Exterior Moulding / Trim: Service and Repair
REPLACEMENTHINT:
- Installation is in the reverse order of removal. But, the installation is indicated only when it has a point.
- In the RH side, work in the same procedure as in the LH side.
1. REMOVE OUTSIDE MOULDING
a. Using a heat light, heat the body moulding to 40 - 60 degrees C (104 - 140 degrees F).
NOTE: Do not heat moulding excessively.
b. Tie both piano wire ends to a wooden block or a similar object.
c. Scrape the adhesive tape off by pulling the piano wire as shown in the illustration.
NOTE:
- If reusing the moulding, take care not to damage the moulding.
- Do not damage the body.
2. INSTALL OUTSIDE MOULDING
a. Using a heat light, heat the body mounting surface to 40 - 60 degrees C (104 - 140 degrees F).
NOTE: Do not heat body excessively.
b. Remove the protective tape from the body.
c. Wipe off stains with cleaner.
d. Clean the moulding (if reusing the moulding).
1. Using a heat light, heat the body moulding to 20 - 30 degrees C (68 - 86 degrees F).
NOTE: Do not heat body excessively.
2. Remove the adhesive tape from the moulding.
3. Wipe off stains with cleaner.
4. Apply new adhesive tape to the moulding as shown in the illustration.
e. Using a heat light, heat the body and moulding.
HINT:
- Body: 40 - 60 degrees C (104 - 140 degrees F)
- Moulding: 20 - 30 degrees C (68 - 86 degrees F)
NOTE: Do not heat body excessively.
f. Lift the moulding release sheet from the face moulding.
NOTE:
- When the moulding release sheet is removed, take care that no dirt or no dust can get onto the uncoated area.
- Do not apply excessive force onto the moulding, but steady pressure with your thumbs.