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Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2008 🢒 Equinox 🢒 Body Hardware and Trim 🢒 Exterior Trim 🢒 Liftgate Emblem/Nameplate Replacement

Liftgate Emblem/Nameplate Replacement Equinox

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 heat gun.
  3. Apply the heat using a circular motion for about 30 seconds holding the heat gun approximately 152 mm (6 in) from the surface.

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


    Object Number: 321645 Size: SH
  4. Use a plastic, flat-bladed tool to remove the emblem/nameplate from the panel surface.
  5. When replacing, remove all adhesive as follows:
    6. • 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.

  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 mark the location as shown below.

    4. Object Number: 1373383 Size: SH
  4. For the EQUINOX emblem/nameplate install to the following dimensions:

    5.    Important: All dimensions are arc length measurements.

    • Dimension (a) is 11 mm (0.043 in) from the side of the emblem/nameplate to the left edge of the lift gate.
    • Dimension (b) is 160 mm (6.30 in) from the center of the emblem/nameplate to the bottom of the lift gate.

    Object Number: 1373385 Size: SH
  5. For the CHEVROLET emblem/nameplate install to the following dimensions:

    6.    Important: All dimensions are arc length measurements.

    • Dimension (a) is 31 mm (1.22 in) from the side of the emblem/nameplate to the right edge of the lift gate.
    • Dimension (b) is 160 mm (6.30 in) from the center of the emblem/nameplate to the bottom of the lift gate.
  6. Heat the mounting surface to approximately 27-41°C (80-105°F) using the heat gun, if necessary.
  7. Ensure that the temperature of the emblem/nameplate is approximately 29-32°C (85-90°F).

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

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

Liftgate Emblem/Nameplate Replacement Torrent


Object Number: 1664826 Size: SF

Callout

Component Name

1

Rear Liftgate Emblem (TORRENT)

Procedure

  1. When removing protective liners from adhesive tape, be careful not to touch tape with hands and do not allow tape to come in contact with dirt or any foreign matter prior to adhesion.
  2. Use a J 25070 or equivalent to remove the old nameplate. Clean all adhesive from rear compartment lid, wipe surface dry with a clean lint-free towel prior to installing new nameplate.
  3. Apply palm pressure to ensure the emblem has full adhesion to the rear liftgate.

2

Rear Liftgate Emblem (AWD)

Procedure

  1. When removing protective liners from adhesive tape, be careful not to touch tape with hands and do not allow tape to come in contact with dirt or any foreign matter prior to adhesion.
  2. Use a J 25070 or equivalent to remove the old nameplate. Clean all adhesive from rear compartment lid, wipe surface dry with a clean lint-free towel prior to installing new nameplate.
  3. Apply palm pressure to ensure the emblem has full adhesion to the rear liftgate.