GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2006 🢒 SSR 🢒 Body 🢒 Exterior Trim 🢒 Endgate Emblem/Nameplate Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Important: Use the tape for protection and alignment marks for alignment of the new emblem/nameplate.

  1. Apply tape to the area around the endgate emblem/nameplate.
  2. Using a heat gun 152 mm (6 in) from the surface, heat the emblem/nameplate .
  3. Apply the heat using a circular motion for about 30 seconds.

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

  4. Remove the emblem/nameplate from the endgate surface using a plastic, flat-bladed tool.

    5. Object Number: 1345165 Size: SH
  5. Position the emblem/nameplate to the holes in the endgate and press into place.
  6. Clean the endgate surface using varnish makers and painters (VMP) naptha.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 1345165 Size: SH
  1. If the location of the emblem/nameplate has not been marked, apply tape.
  2. Warm the endgate surface with the heat gun 152 mm (6 in) from the surface to a minimum of 21°C (70°F).
  3. Apply tape over the outer surface of the emblem/nameplate to ensure alignment.

    4. Important: Do not touch the adhesive backing of the emblem/nameplate.

  4. Remove the backing from the emblem/nameplate.
  5. Position the emblem/nameplate to the holes in the endgate and press into place.
  6. Hand roll the emblem/nameplate to the endgate panel to ensure proper adhesion.
  7. Inspect the emblem/nameplate for bonding.
  8. Remove the tape from the emblem/nameplate and the area around the endgate emblem/nameplate.