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Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2008 🢒 XLR 🢒 Body Hardware and Trim 🢒 Exterior Trim 🢒 Rear Compartment Lid Emblem/Nameplate Replacement

Rear Compartment Lid Emblem/Nameplate Replacement V8

Tools Required

J 25070 Heat Gun

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 1285766 Size: SH
  1. When replacing an emblem/nameplate, do the following:
    2. 1.1. Use tape to protect the mounting surface during removal.
    1.2. Use tape for alignment marks for installation of the emblem/nameplate.
  2. To remove an emblem/nameplate, heat the emblem/nameplate using a J 25070 .
  3. Apply the heat using a circular motion for about 30 seconds holding the J 25070 approximately 152 mm (6 in) from the surface.

    4. Notice: Use a plastic, flat-bladed tool to prevent paint damage when removing an emblem/name plate.

  4. Use a plastic, flat-bladed tool to remove the emblem/nameplate from the panel surface.

Installation Procedure
  1. Ensure that the temperature of the emblem/nameplate is approximately 29-32°C (85-90°F).

    2. Important: Do not touch the adhesive backing on the emblem/nameplate.

  2. Remove the protective liner from the back of the emblem/nameplate.
  3. Heat the mounting surface to approximately 27-41°C (80-105°F) using the J 25070 , if necessary.

    4. Object Number: 1285766 Size: SH
  4. Position the V8 Northstar emblem (1) on the driver side:
    5. • To the left side of the rear compartment lid
    • (a) 67 mm (2.6 in) from the left edge of the rear compartment lid
    • (b) 86 mm (3.4 in) from the bottom edge of the rear compartment lid
  5. Position the XLR emblem (2) on the passenger side:
    6. • To the right side of the rear compartment lid
    • (a) 60 mm (2.4 in) from the right edge of the rear compartment lid
    • (b) 86 mm (3.4 in) from the bottom edge of the rear compartment lid
  6. Apply equal pressure along the emblem/nameplate to uniformly bond the item to the mounting surface.
  7. Remove the protective tape from the mounting surface.

Rear Compartment Lid Emblem/Nameplate Replacement XLR-Platinum


Object Number: 1959418 Size: SF

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Component Name

Preliminary Procedure

  1. Use a J 25070 Heat Gun or equivalent to remove the old emblem/nameplate.
  2. Clean all adhesive from rear compartment lid, wipe surface dry with a clean lint-free towel prior to installing new emblem/nameplate.
  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.

1

Rear Compartment Lid Nameplate/Emblem (Platinum)

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

Procedure

  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.

2

Rear Compartment Lid Nameplate/Emblem (XLR)

Procedure

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