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Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2008 🢒 XLR 🢒 Body Hardware and Trim 🢒 Exterior Trim 🢒 Front Fender Emblem/Nameplate Replacement

Front Fender Emblem/Nameplate Replacement XLR

Tools Required

J 25070 Heat Gun

Removal Procedure
  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. Object Number: 1285762 Size: SH

    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

    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.

  1. Clean the area where the emblem/nameplate will be installed.

    2. 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 clean the area.

  2. Dry the area thoroughly.
  3. If the location of the emblem/nameplate has not been marked, apply tape and use the following dimensions:

    4. Object Number: 1285762 Size: SH
  4. For the XLR emblem/nameplate, install to the following dimensions:
    5. • Dimension (a) is 108 mm (4.25 in) from the trailing edge of the fender to the edge of the emblem/nameplate.
    • Dimension (b) is 305 mm (12 in) from the bottom edge of the fender to the emblem/nameplate.
  5. Heat the mounting surface to approximately 27-41°C (80-105°F) using the J 25070 , if necessary.
  6. Ensure that the temperature of the emblem/nameplate is approximately 29-32°C (85-90°F).

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

  7. Remove the protective liner from the back of the emblem/nameplate.
  8. Position the emblem/nameplate to the location marks and press the emblem/nameplate to the mounting surface.
  9. Apply equal pressure along the emblem/nameplate to uniformly bond the item to the mounting surface.
  10. Remove the protective tape from the mounting surface.

Front Fender Emblem/Nameplate Replacement XLR-V


Object Number: 1959429 Size: SF

Callout

Component Name

1

Front Fender Nameplate/Emblem (V Series)

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

Procedure

  1. The part and surface should be 21°C (70°F) prior to installation. The vehicle should remain 21°C (70°F) for one hour after assembly to allow adhesive to develop sufficient bond strength.
  2. Use a J 25070 Heat Gun or equivalent to remove the old nameplate. Clean all the adhesive residue from the fender and wipe the surface dry with a clean lint-free towel prior to installing new nameplate.
  3. When removing protective liners from adhesive backed nameplates, be careful not to touch the tape with hands and do not allow the tape to come in contact with dirt or any foreign matter prior to adhesion.
  4. Remove the protective liner from the back side of the adhesive tape.
  5. Align the nameplate/emblem to the fender and press to ensure full adhesion is made to the fender.

Special Tools

J 25070 Heat Gun - 500-750F