Tools Required

J 25070 Heat Gun - 500-750F

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

1. Apply tape to the area around the endgate emblem.
2. Heat the emblem/nameplate, using a heat gun J 25070 152 mm (6.0 in) from the surface.
3. Apply the heat using a circular motion for about 30 seconds.

Notice: Use a plastic, flat-bladed tool to prevent paint damage when removing an emblem/name plate.

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



5. Remove all adhesive from the endgate panel surface and the back of the emblem/nameplate using 3M™ scotch brite molding adhesive remover disk 3M™ P/N 07501 or equivalent.
6. Clean the endgate surface using varnish makers and painters (VMP) naptha.

1. If the location of the emblem/nameplate has not been marked apply tape.
2. Warm the endgate surface with a heat gun J 25070 152 mm (6.0 in) from the surface to a minimum of 21°C (70°F).

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

3. Remove the backing from the front end of the emblem/nameplate.
4. Press the emblem/nameplate to the endgate panel surface while continuing to remove the backing.
5. Hand roll the emblem/nameplate to the endgate panel to ensure proper adhesion.
6. Inspect the emblem/nameplate for bonding.
7. Remove the tape from the area around the endgate emblem.