Door and Side Moldings Replacement

Door molding removal:

The following materials and tools are required to repair the door moldings.

NOTE: Follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Materials: (Reference)
- Stripe remover
3M 08907
- Stripe adhesive remover
3M 08908
- Adhesive tape
3M Super Automotive Attachment Tape

Tools:
- Protective tape
- Knife or Cutter
- Sponge or Shop towel
- Infrared dryer
- Film
- Putty knife
- Alcohol

CAUTION: Put on gloves to protect your hands.

1. Remove the door panel, and pull back the plastic cover.




2. Apply protective tape on and around the molding.




3. Release the clips from inside of the door. Carefully cut the adhesive tape with a knife or cutter while pulling the edge of the molding away from the door as shown.

NOTE: Take care not to scratch or bend the molding.

Door molding installation:




1. Glue the new adhesive tape to the moldings as shown.
2. Install the clips on the molding.
3. Heat the bonding surface of the door and door molding with an infrared dryer.

Door: 104 - 140 °F (40 - 60 °C)
Molding: 68 - 86 °F (20 - 30 °C)

NOTE: Use care when heating to prevent deformation of the molding.

4. Align the molding with the clip locations, and set the molding. Lightly push on the molding until its edge is fully seated on the adhesive tape.

NOTE: Do not spray water on the molding within the first 24 hours after installation.

5. Reassemble all removed parts.