Tools Required
J 25070 Heat Gun
Removal Procedure
Important: Apply the tape for protection and alignment marks for alignment of the new emblem/nameplate.
- Apply the tape to the area around the emblem/nameplate.
- Using J 25070
heat the emblem/nameplate.
Apply the heat using a circular motion for about 30 seconds holding the heat
gun 152 mm (6 in) from the surface.
- Remove the emblem/nameplate from the surface using a small plastic flat-bladed
tool, being careful not to damage the paint.
- When replacing a emblem/nameplate, remove all adhesive as follows:
| • | 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.
- Ensure the area where the emblem/nameplate will be installed is clean and dry.
- If the location of the emblem/nameplate has not been marked, apply tape and
use the following dimensions:
| • | a - 130 mm (5.12 in) from the horizontal edge of the
liftgate |
| • | b - 80 mm (3.12 in) from the vertical edge of the
liftgate |
| • | c - Export unit only - 12 mm (0.5 in) from the
bottom edge of the "SRX" emblem |
- If the location of the emblem has not been
marked, apply tape and use the following dimensions:
| • | a - 5 mm (0.2 in) from the horizontal top edge of
the liftgate applique |
| • | b - 23 mm (0.9 in) from the horizontal top edge of
the liftgate applique |
- Using J 25070
if necessary,
heat the mounting surface to approximately 27-41°C (80-105°F).
- Ensure that the temperature of the emblem/nameplate is approximately 29-32°C
(85-90°F).
Important: Do not touch the adhesive backing of the emblem/nameplate.
- Remove the protective liner from the back of the emblem/nameplate.
- Position the emblem/nameplate to the location marks and press the emblem/nameplate
to the mounting surface.
- Apply equal pressure along the emblem/nameplate to uniformly bond the
item to the mounting surface.
- Inspect the emblem/nameplate for bonding. Hand roll loose ends.
- Remove the tape from the mounting surface.
