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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

    • J 25070 Heat Gun
    • J 41409 Body Molding Removal Tool

Removal Procedure

  1. When replacing or repairing 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.

    Object Number: 643109  Size: SH
  3. To remove an emblem/nameplate, heat the emblem/nameplate using a J 25070 .
  4. Apply heat using a circular motion for about 30 seconds.


    Object Number: 321645  Size: SH
  5. Use a J 41409 to lift or remove the emblem/nameplate from the panel surface.
  6. Important: If tape is still intact on the molding or panel, do not remove the tape. Clean the tape and the mating surface with adhesive cleaner. Wipe the tape and the mating surface with a clean, lint free cloth. If the tape is damaged, continue with the replacement procedure.

  7. Apply the adhesive foam tape to the back of the emblem/nameplate and press the emblem/nameplate in place.
  8. When replacing, remove all adhesive as follows:
  9. • For body panels use a 3M™ Scotch Brite molding adhesive remover disk 3M™ P/N 07501 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 in order 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.

  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 in order to clean the area.

  3. Dry the area thoroughly.

  4. Object Number: 830497  Size: SH
  5. If the location of the emblem/nameplate has not been marked, apply tape and mark the location as 135 mm in front of the tail light and 330 mm from the quarter panel ditch.
  6. Heat the mounting surface to approximately 27-41°C (80-105°F).
  7. Ensure that the temperature of the emblem/name plate is approximately 29-32°C (85-90°F).
  8. Remove the protective liner from the back of the emblem/name plate.
  9. Position the emblem/name plate to the location marks and press the emblem/name plate to the mounting surface.
  10. Apply equal pressure along the emblem/name plate in order to uniformly bond the item to the mounting surface.
  11. Remove the protective tape from the mounting surface.