Tools Required
J 25070 Heat Gun
Removal Procedure
Important: Be careful not to scratch or chip the paint.
- Heat the spoiler using a heat gun. Hold the heat gun approximately 152 mm (6 in) from the surface.
Apply heat using a circular motion for about 30 seconds.
- Starting from one end of the spoiler, peel off the Endgate surface using a flat-bladed tool.
- Remove all adhesive from the body panel using a 3M™ stripe off wheel # 07498 or equivalent.
Installation Procedure
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.
- 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.
- Dry the area thoroughly.
- Warm the body panel to a temperature range of 16-41°C (60-105°F) with a heat lamp or heat gun.
- Ensure the spoiler is at a minimum temperature of 16°C (60°F).
If the temperature of the molding is below 16°C (60°F), warm up spoiler with a heat lamp or heat gun.
Important: Do not touch the adhesive surface when the tape is removed.
- Remove the protective tape.
- Without allowing the adhesive surface to touch the endgate, ensure the molding is aligned.
- Install as shown in side view.
- Press on the molding in order to install to the body.