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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 25070 Heat Gun

Removal Procedure

    Important: 

       • Maintain body surfaces and adhesive tapes between 21-38°C (70-100°F) during installation.
       • Never apply adhesive tapes when the body surface and tape is below 21°C (70°F).

  1. Heat the quarter panel protector using the J 25070 . Hold the J 25070 approximately 152 mm (6 in) from the surface. Apply heat using a circular motion for about 30 seconds.
  2. Important: Deburr any sharp or rough edges on the plastic tool in order to prevent scratching of the paint finish.

  3. Using a plastic flat-bladed tool, carefully pull the quarter panel protector away from the quarter panel.

  4. Object Number: 1349731  Size: SH
  5. Lower the quarter panel protector to clear the rocker panel.

  6. Object Number: 1349729  Size: SH
  7. Remove the quarter panel protector from the vehicle.
  8. Remove all traces of adhesive residue from the quarter panel and rocker panel surfaces using Varnish Makers and Painters (VMP) naptha. Allow to air dry.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1349729  Size: SH
  1. Align the quarter panel protector to the rocker panel.

  2. Object Number: 1349731  Size: SH
  3. Pull upward lightly to center the quarter panel protector to the quarter panel.
  4. While holding the quarter panel protector to the quarter panel, pull the backing off the adhesive tapes.
  5. Press firmly on the quarter panel protector to ensure maximum bond to the quarter panel.