Moldings
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
REMOVAL SERVICE POINT
SIDE PROTECTOR MOLDING REMOVAL
1. Apply masking tape to the outside circumference of the side protector molding.
2. Insert fishing line [0.8 mm (0.03 in. diameter)] in between the body and the side protector molding, pull both ends alternately to cut the adhesive section and remove the side protector molding.
CAUTION:
1. When reusing the side protector molding, pull the fishing line along the edge of the body so as not to damage the edge of the side protector molding.
2. If the adhesive is difficult to remove, heat it to 40° C (104° F).
3. Scrape off the double-sided tape with a resin spatula.
4. Tear off the masking tape.
5. Scrape off a small amount of the adhesive with a cutter knife
6. Use a shop towel moistened with isopropyl alcohol to wipe the body surface.
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT
>A< SIDE PROTECTOR MOLDING INSTALLATION
Double-sided tape affixing to the side protector molding (when reusing)
1. Scrape off the double-sided tape with a resin spatula or gasket scraper.
2. Use a shop towel moistened with isopropyl alcohol to wipe the molding surface.
3. Remove a small portion of the residual adhesive.
CAUTION: Do not remove all of the residual adhesive.
4. Soak a sponge in the primer, and apply evenly to the side protector molding in the places shown in the illustration.
Specified primer:
3M ATD Part No. 86D8 Super Fast Urethane Primer or equivalent
CAUTION:
1. Always apply it on the entire surface, because a lot or little will reduce Its strength.
2. Do not touch the coated surface.
5. After applying the primer, let it dry for 3 to 30 minutes.
6. Affix the specified double-sided tape to the side protector molding.
Specified adhesive tape:
3M ATD Part No.6382 or equivalent
15 mm (0.59 in.) wide and 1.2 mm (0.047 in.) thick
Side protector molding installation
1. Tear off the double-sided tape backing paper.
NOTE: If you attach the adhesive tape to the edge of the backing paper; it will be easy to tear off.
2. Install the side protector molding.
NOTE: If the double-sided tape is difficult to affix during winter; etc., warm the bonding surfaces of the body and the side protector molding to about 40 - 60° C (104 - 140° F) before affixing the tape.
3. Firmly press in the side protector molding.