Emblem/Nameplate Replacement
Special Tools
EL-25070 Heat Gun
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .
Caution: Refer to Exterior Trim Emblem Removal Caution in the Preface section.
- The part and vehicle surface should be 21°C (70°F) prior to installation. The vehicle should remain inside in a temperature range of 21°C (70°F) for 1 hour after assembly to allow the adhesive to develop sufficient bond strength.
- Using masking tape, mark two sides of the placement where the old emblem/nameplate was placed.
- Use a EL-25070 heat gun or equivalent, to heat the adhesive backed emblem/nameplates.
- A flat-bladed plastic tool can assist in the removal process.
- Wipe the vehicle surface area with a 50/50 solution by volume of isopropyl alcohol and clean drinkable water.
- Dry the area with a clean lint-free cotton cloth.
- Close any doors, tailgates, endgates and rear compartment lids where emblem/nameplates are to be placed.
- When removing protective liners from adhesive backed emblem/nameplates, be careful not to touch the adhesive tape or allow the tape to come in contact with dirt or any foreign matter prior to the placement and adhesion.
- Remove the protective liner from the emblem/nameplate.
- Position, align and press the emblem/nameplate to the previously marked location.
- Using a clean towel and the palm of the hand, press firmly for approximately 30 seconds, the emblem/nameplate to the vehicle body panel surface.
- Ensure the emblem/nameplate is attached firmly to the body panel surface.
- Remove the masking tape and clean all tape residue from the vehicle body panel surface around the emblem/nameplate attachment location.
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