Tools Required

J 25070 Heat Gun

Important: Be careful not to scratch or chip the paint.

1. Heat the body side molding using a heat gunJ 25070 . Hold the heat gun approximately 152 mm (6 in) from the surface.

Apply heat using a circular motion for about 30 seconds.

2. Starting from one end of the molding, peel off the molding from the panel surface using a flat-bladed tool.
3. Remove all adhesive from the body panel using a 3M™ scotch brite molding adhesive remover disk P/N 07501 or equivalent.

Important: Apply the molding in an environment free of dust and dirt. Dust and dirt could come in contact with the adhesive surface and prevent proper adhesion.

1. Clean the area where the replacement molding is to be mounted. Use a suitable solvent such as flash naphtha or a mixture of 50 percent isopropyl alcohol and 50 percent water.
2. Dry the area thoroughly.
3. Warm the body panel to a temperature range of 16-41°C (60-105°F) with a heat lamp or heat gunJ 25070 .
4. Ensure the molding is at a minimum temperature of 16°C (60°F).

If the temperature of the molding is below 16°C (60°F), warm up molding with a heat lamp or heat gunJ 25070 .

Important: Do not touch the adhesive surface when the tape is removed.

5. Remove the protective tape from the molding.
6. Without allowing the adhesive surface to touch the door, ensure the molding is aligned.
7. Press on the molding in order to install to the door.