Rear Wheel Opening Molding Replacement Pickup

1. Remove the 9 screws that secure the rear wheel opening molding to the pickup box side panel.
2. Remove the rear wheel opening molding.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

Install the rear wheel opening molding to the pickup box side panel using the 9 screws.

Tighten
Tighten the molding screws to 1.9 N·m (17 lb in).

Rear Wheel Opening Molding Replacement Utility

1. Remove the 9 screws that secure the rear wheel opening molding to the utility body side panel.
2. Remove the rear wheel opening molding.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

Install the rear wheel opening molding to the utility body side panel using the 9 screws.

Tighten
Tighten the molding screws to 1.9 N·m (17 lb in).

Rear Wheel Opening Molding Replacement Bravada, Envoy

Tools Required

J 25070 Heat Gun

1. Remove the 7 screws that secure the wheel opening molding to the fender.
2. Remove the molding.

Important: Do not scratch or chip the paint.

2.1.	Heat the molding using aJ 25070 .

Hold the heat gun approximately 15 cm (6 in) from the surface.

Apply heat using a circular motion for about 30 seconds.

2.2.	Peel the molding from the panel surface using a flat-bladed tool.

2.3.	Remove all adhesive from the body panel and the back of the molding using a 3M™ Scotch Brite molding adhesive remover disk 3M™ P/N 07501 (or equivalent).

2.4.	Clean the body panel using Varnish Makers and Painters (VMP) naphtha.

1. Ensure the painted fender surface in the tape contact areas is clean and dry.
2. Position the rear wheel opening molding to the front fender.
3. Install the first screw into the molding hole marked A.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

4. Install the remaining 6 screws in order to secure the molding to the fender.

Tighten
Tighten the molding screws to 1.9 N·m (17 lb in).

Important: Do not touch the adhesive backing.

5. Install the adhesive tape backing.

5.1.	Warm the body panel using a heat lamp or a heat gun to a minimum of 21°C (70°F).

5.2.	Peel the backing from the front end of the molding.

5.3.	Press the molding to the body.

5.4.	Hand roll the molding to the body in order to ensure proper adhesion.