FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Lower Side Moulding / Trim: Service and Repair



Replacing side protective moldings

NOTE: Protective moldings cannot be removed without destroying them.







- To remove, warm protective strips - 1 -, - 2 - or - 3 - with a hot air gun and remove.
- Adhesion surface must be free of dust and grease.

- Clean outer panel with mineral spirits, treat with silicone remover and rub dry.
- Protective moldings must be attached only at room temperature.
- For this purpose, bring vehicle and protective moldings to room temperature at least 2 hours before processing.
- Protective moldings must be adhered within 90 minutes after protective foil has been removed.

- Pull protective foil - 4 - from double-sided adhesive tape - 5 - shortly before installation.
- Apply protective molding to be adhered at front and adhere working toward rear.
- Heat protective molding to approx. 40 degrees C using heat gun and forcefully press on or roll on.
- After adhering strip, leave vehicle 4 hours in room temperature.