Molding Replacement - Rear Quarter (Luxury Y91)

Molding Replacement - Rear Quarter (Luxury Y91)


Tools Required
* J 25070 Heat Gun
* J 41409 Body Molding Removal Tool
* 3M 07502 3M Scotch Brite Adhesive and Stripe Removal Disc



Removal Procedure





1. Remove the push-in-retainers from the rear quarter panel molding.
2. Remove the bolt from the bottom of the rear quarter panel.
3. Heat the upper edge of the rear quarter panel molding to 21-32°C (70-90°F).

* Keep the J 25070 at a distance of 152 mm (6 in) from the surface.
* Use the J 25070 in a circular motion for 30 seconds.





4. Use a J 41409 in order to strip the upper edge of the rear quarter panel molding from the surface.
5. Remove the rear quarter panel molding from the vehicle.




6. Remove all of the adhesive from the rear door body-panel using 3M 07502 .
7. Clean the rear-door panel-surface. Use naphtha, and allow the surface to air-dry.



Installation Procedure


Important: The body-side moldings are attached to the body panels with adhesive tape at the upper edge. In order to ensure a good replacement of moldings, the quarter panel surface should meet the following conditions:


* Have a temperature of 21-32°C (70-90°F)

* Have a clean surface

* Be free of any wax, or of an oily film



1. Wash the rear quarter panel with soap, and with water. Dry the surface with a towel. Wipe the rear quarter panel with a clean rag. Use naphtha. Allow the surface to air-dry.
2. Heat the upper edge of the rear quarter panel to 21-32°C (70-90°F).

* Keep the J 25070 at a distance of 152 mm (6 in) from the surface.
* Use the J 25070 in a circular motion for 30 seconds.

3. Remove the protective liner from the back side of the rear quarter panel molding.
4. Position the rear quarter panel molding to the rear quarter panel.
5. Carefully install the upper edge of the rear quarter panel molding. Apply pressure to the entire length of the molding. Starting at the rear of the vehicle, move toward the front of the vehicle, consistently applying pressure to the molding. This process will ensure a maximum bond to the rear quarter panel.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

6. Install the bolt to the bottom of the rear quarter panel.

Tighten the bolt to 3 N.m (27 lb in).





7. Install the push-in-retainers to the inside rear edge of the rear quarter panel molding.