Emblem/Nameplate Replacement - Rear Compartment Lid (3.5L)

Emblem/Nameplate Replacement - Rear Compartment Lid (3.5L)

Tools Required

J 25070 Heat Gun


Removal Procedure






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


1. Apply tape to the area around the door emblem.
2. Heat the emblem/nameplate, using a heat gun J 25070 152 mm (6 in) from the surface.
3. Apply the heat using a circular motion for about 30 seconds.

Notice: Refer to Exterior Trim Emblem Removal Notice in Cautions and Notices.

4. Remove the emblem/nameplate from the door surface using a small plastic flat-bladed tool, being careful not to damage paint.




5. Remove all adhesive from the door panel surface and the back of the emblem/nameplate using 3M(TM) scotch brite molding adhesive remover disk 3M(TM) P/N 07501 or equivalent.
6. Clean the door surface using Varnish Makers and Painters (VMP) naphtha.



Installation Procedure





1. If the location of the emblem/nameplate (1) has not been marked apply tape and use the following dimensions:

* Dimension "A" is 84.7 mm (3.34 in) from the vertical edge of the rear compartment lid.
* Dimension "B" is 52.8 mm (2.08 in) from the horizontal edge of the rear compartment lid.





2. Warm the surface with a heat gun J 25070 152 mm (6 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 (1) to the rear compartment lid surface while continuing to remove the backing (2).
5. Hand roll the emblem/nameplate to the rear compartment lid to ensure proper adhesion.
6. Inspect the emblem/nameplate for bonding.
7. Remove the tape from the area around the emblem.