FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Body Emblem: Service and Repair

EXTERIOR NAME PLATES

REMOVAL - DOUBLE SIDED TAPE

1. Mark reference points before removing.
2. Using a heat gun gently apply heat in a circular motion to loosen the adhesive bond.
3. Using a nonmetallic prying device, such as a plastic or wood trim stick gently pry up at corners and remove.
4. Clean off all traces of adhesive or double sided tape from the panel with a general purpose adhesive remover.

REMOVAL - ADHESIVES

1. Mark reference points before removing.
2. Using a heat gun gently apply heat in a circular motion to loosen the adhesive bond.
3. With your fingernail lift up and peel away badgeing/tape from panel, using a heat gun as you go.
4. Clean off all traces of adhesive from the panel(s) with a general purpose adhesive remover.

INSTALLATION - DOUBLE SIDED TAPE

1. Clean panel surface with isopropyl alcohol.
2. Align badgeing to reference points.
3. Install and press securely to full adhesive contact.
4. Clean away any reference points.

INSTALLATION - ADHESIVES

1. Clean panel surface with isopropyl alcohol.
2. Remove paper carrier and align badgeing/tape to reference points or adjacent panel.
3. Install and press securely, using a plastic spreader to eliminate all air bubbles.
4. Remove top protective carrier.
5. Clean away any reference points.