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Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2008 🢒 SRX 🢒 Body Hardware and Trim 🢒 Exterior Trim 🢒 Radiator Grille Emblem/Nameplate Replacement

Radiator Grille Emblem/Nameplate Replacement Base

Tools Required

J 25070 Heat Gun

Removal Procedure

    Important: Do not damage the painted grille.

  1. Heat the loose emblem using the J 25070 in order to remove the loose emblem.

    2. Object Number: 1215055 Size: SH
  2. Hold the heat gun approximately 152 mm (6 in) from the emblem surface.
  3. Apply the heat using a circular motion until the emblem can be pulled from the grille.
  4. Remove either the loose wreath (2) or crest (1) from the grille.

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

  5. Remove the old emblem adhesive, using a plastic flat-bladed tool.
  6. Remove all adhesive from the grille using 3M® P/N 07501 or equivalent.
  7. Wash the area with warm soap and water.
  8. Dry the area with a lint-free cloth.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 1215055 Size: SH
  1. Wipe the area with a clean lint-free cloth using a solution of isopropyl alcohol and water 50/50 mixture by volume.

    2. Important: Do not touch the tape with your hands or allow the adhesive tape to come in contact with any dirt or foreign matter.

  2. Peel the backing from the adhesive tape.
  3. Align the pins on the backside of the emblem (1, 2) with the holes located in the grille (3).
  4. Firmly press the emblem into place for 30 seconds in order to ensure proper adhesion of the emblem.

Radiator Grille Emblem/Nameplate Replacement Sport Package


Object Number: 1830781 Size: SF

Callout

Component Name

1

Radiator Grille Emblem Assembly (Wreath)

Procedure

  1. Clean the adhesive tape from the surface of the radiator grille and dry thoroughly before applying new emblem.
  2. Peel protective backing from emblem and ensure no foreign matter or dirt comes in contact with the adhesive backing prior to installation.
  3. Position the pins on the backside of the Wreath emblem to the holes located in the radiator grille.
  4. Install emblem and apply pressure to ensure full adhesion to the radiator grille.

2

Radiator Grille Emblem Assembly (Crest)

Procedure

  1. Clean the adhesive tape from the surface of the radiator grille and dry thoroughly before applying new emblem.
  2. Peel protective backing from emblem and ensure no foreign matter or dirt comes in contact with the adhesive backing prior to installation.
  3. Position the pins on the backside of the Crest emblem to the holes located in the radiator grille.
  4. Install emblem and apply pressure to ensure full adhesion to the radiator grille.