Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement for Cadillac Escalade EXT 2006

Tools Required

J 25070 Heat Gun

1. Use the J 25070 in order to heat the molding and the surrounding sheet metal to 82-93°C (180-200°F).



2. Remove the roof joint molding.

Use a flat bladed tool in order to pry off the molding between the sealer and the joint. Use pliers or a similar tool in order to handle the hot molding and pull the molding loose. The molding and the sealer should come off in 1 piece.

Do not damage the paint on the cab.

3. Clean the joint in order to remove any remaining sealer. Sealer could interfere with the fit of the replacement molding.

Important: Preheat the sheet metal in order to melt the sealer and bond the molding into the joint. Sealer begins to flow at approximately 93°C (200°F).

1. Use the J 25070 in order to heat the cab in the joint area. Preheat the sheet metal to approximately 93°C (200°F).
2. Install the molding.