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Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2006 🢒 CTS 🢒 Body 🢒 Exterior Trim 🢒 Rear Compartment Lid Emblem/Nameplate Replacement

Rear Compartment Lid Emblem/Nameplate Replacement w/o B57

Tools Required

J 25070 Heat Gun

Removal Procedure

    Important: Apply the tape for protection and alignment marks for alignment of the new emblem/nameplate.

  1. Apply the tape to the area around the emblem/nameplate.

    2. Object Number: 643109 Size: SH
  2. Heat the emblem/nameplate using the J 25070 . Apply the heat using a circular motion for about 30 seconds holding the heat gun 152 mm (6 in) from the surface.
  3. Remove the emblem/nameplate from the surface using a small plastic flat-bladed tool, being careful not to damage the paint.
  4. When replacing a emblem/nameplate, remove all adhesive as follows:

    5. Object Number: 321645 Size: SH
    • For body panels, use a 3M™ Scotch Brite molding adhesive remover disk 3M™ P/N 07502 or equivalent.
    • For plastic panels, use a lint-free cloth and Varnish Makers and Painters (VMP) naphtha or a 50/50 mixture by volume of isopropyl alcohol and water to remove the adhesive.

Installation Procedure

    Important: Apply the emblem/nameplate in an environment that is free from dust or other dirt that could come into contact with the sticky backing. Foreign material may cause improper adhesion.


    Object Number: 788703 Size: SH
  1. Ensure the area (1) where the emblem/nameplate (2) will be installed is clean and dry.

    2. Object Number: 788705 Size: SH
  2. If the location of the emblem/nameplate has not been marked, apply tape and use the following dimensions:
    3. • 24 mm (0.94 in) (a) from the horizontal edge of the rear compartment lid
    • 209 mm (8.23 in) (b) from the vertical edge of the rear compartment lid

    Object Number: 643109 Size: SH
  3. Heat the mounting surface to approximately 27-41°C (80-105°F) using the J 25070 , if necessary.
  4. Ensure that the temperature of the emblem/nameplate is approximately 29-32°C (85-90°F).

    5. Important: Do not touch the adhesive backing of the emblem/nameplate.


    Object Number: 788703 Size: SH
  5. Remove the protective liner from the back of the emblem/nameplate (2).
  6. Position the emblem/nameplate to the location marks (1) and press the emblem/nameplate to the mounting surface.
  7. Apply equal pressure along the emblem/nameplate to uniformly bond the item to the mounting surface.
  8. Inspect the emblem/nameplate for bonding.

    9. Hand roll loose ends.

  9. Remove the tape from the mounting surface.

Rear Compartment Lid Emblem/Nameplate Replacement with B57

Tools Required

J 25070 Heat Gun

Removal Procedure

    Important: Apply the tape for protection and alignment marks for alignment of the new emblem/nameplate.

  1. Apply the tape to the area around the emblem/nameplate.

    2. Object Number: 643109 Size: SH
  2. Heat the emblem/nameplate using the J 25070 . Apply the heat using a circular motion for about 30 seconds holding the heat gun 152 mm (6 in) from the surface.
  3. Remove the emblem/nameplate from the surface using a small plastic flat-bladed tool, being careful not to damage the paint.
  4. When replacing a emblem/nameplate, remove all adhesive as follows:

    5. Object Number: 321645 Size: SH
    • For body panels, use a 3M™ Scotch Brite molding adhesive remover disk 3M™ P/N 07502 or equivalent.
    • For plastic panels, use a lint-free cloth and Varnish Makers and Painters (VMP) naphtha or a 50/50 mixture by volume of isopropyl alcohol and water to remove the adhesive.

Installation Procedure

    Important: Apply the emblem/nameplate in an environment that is free from dust or other dirt that could come into contact with the sticky backing. Foreign material may cause improper adhesion.


    Object Number: 708000 Size: SH
  1. Ensure the area (1) where the emblem/nameplate (2) will be installed is clean and dry.

    2. Object Number: 708006 Size: SH
  2. If the location of the emblem/nameplate has not been marked, apply tape and use the following dimensions:
    3. • 32 mm (1.25 in) (a) from the horizontal edge of the rear compartment lid
    • 41 mm (1.61 in) (b) from the vertical edge of the rear compartment lid
    • 162 mm (6.38 in) (c) from the vertical edge of the rear compartment lid
    • 10 mm (0.39 in) (d) from the vertical edges of the Cadillac and CTS emblem
    • 33 mm (1.30 in) (e) from the horizontal edge of the rear compartment lid

    Object Number: 643109 Size: SH
  3. Heat the mounting surface to approximately 27-41°C (80-105°F) using the J 25070 , if necessary.
  4. Ensure that the temperature of the emblem/nameplate is approximately 29-32°C (85-90°F).

    5. Important: Do not touch the adhesive backing of the emblem/nameplate.


    Object Number: 708000 Size: SH
  5. Remove the protective liner from the back of the emblem/nameplate (2).
  6. Position the emblem/nameplate to the location marks (1) and press the emblem/nameplate to the mounting surface.
  7. Apply equal pressure along the emblem/nameplate to uniformly bond the item to the mounting surface.
  8. Inspect the emblem/nameplate for bonding.

    9. Hand roll loose ends.

  9. Remove the tape from the mounting surface.

Rear Compartment Lid Emblem/Nameplate Replacement V Series


Object Number: 1671766 Size: SF

Callout

Component Name

Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications.

Preliminary Procedure

  1. Use a J 25070 Heat Gun or equivalent to remove the old emblem/nameplate. Clean all adhesive from rear compartment lid, wipe surface dry with a clean lint-free towel prior to installing new emblem/nameplate.
  2. Install the emblem/nameplate with the rear compartment lid in the closed position.
  3. When removing protective liners from the adhesive tape, be careful not to touch the tape with your hands and do not allow the tape to come in contact with dirt or any foreign matter prior to adhesion.

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Rear Compartment Lid Name Plate Assembly

Caution: Refer to Exterior Trim Emblem Removal Notice in the Preface section.

Tip

  1. Ensure the rear compartment lid is in the full closed position prior to installing the emblem.
  2. Position the emblem to the left side of the rear compartment lid.
  3. Apply pressure to the emblem to ensure full adhesion is made to the rear compartment lid.