Tools Required
J 25070 Heat Gun
Removal Procedure
- When replacing an emblem/nameplate, do the following:
1.1. | Use tape to protect the mounting surface during removal. |
1.2. | Use tape for alignment marks for installation of the emblem/nameplate. |
- To remove an emblem/nameplate,
heat the emblem/nameplate using a J 25070
.
- Apply the heat using a circular motion for about 30 seconds holding
the J 25070
approximately
152 mm (6 in) from the surface.
Notice: Use a plastic, flat-bladed tool to prevent paint damage when removing
an emblem/name plate.
- Use a plastic, flat-bladed tool to remove the emblem/nameplate from
the panel surface.
- When replacing, remove all adhesive as follows:
• | 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 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.
- Clean the area where the emblem/nameplate will be installed.
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.
- Dry the area thoroughly.
- If the location of the emblem/nameplate has not been marked, apply
tape and use the following dimensions:
- For the SUNFIRE emblem/nameplate,
install to the following dimensions:
• | Dimension (a) is 57 mm (2.250 in) from the front
edge of the door to the front of the emblem/nameplate. |
• | Dimension (b) is 39 mm (1.500 in) from the top of
the door molding to the bottom of the emblem/nameplate. |
- For the SUNFIRE GT emblem/nameplate,
install to the following dimensions:
• | Dimension (a) is 57 mm (2.250 in) from the front
edge of the door to the front of the emblem/nameplate. |
• | Dimension (b) is 26 mm (1.024 in) between the SUNFIRE
and the GT emblem/nameplate. |
• | Dimension (c) is 39 mm (1.535 in) from the top of
the door molding to the bottom of the emblem/nameplate. |
- Heat the mounting surface to approximately 27-41°C (80-105°F)
using the J 25070
, if
necessary.
- Ensure that the temperature of the emblem/nameplate is approximately
29-32°C (85-90°F).
Important: Do not touch the adhesive backing on the emblem/nameplate.
- Remove the protective liner from the back of the emblem/nameplate.
- Position the emblem/name plate to the location marks and press
the emblem/nameplate to the mounting surface.
- Apply equal pressure along the emblem/name plate to
uniformly bond the item to the mounting surface.
- Remove the protective tape from the mounting surface.