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






Badge rear, replacing

Note! As the illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and / or models, some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

Removing the badge
Heat the badge carefully. Use a hot-air gun.
Carefully lift up one edge of the badge.

Note! Do not damage the car paintwork.

Remove:
- the badge
- any tape residue.

Installing the badge
Use the following measurements:





Volvo badge
M1 = 79.5 ± 1 mm
Y0 = center of the hatch




M2 = 33.5 ± 1 mm





Model designation
M3 = 100 ± 1 mm
M4 = 15 ± 2 mm




M3 = 100 ± 1 mm
M5 = 20.2±2 mm
M6 = 15±1 mm
Ensure that the car is at least at room temperature (above 20 °C).
Wash the area for the badge. Use a 50/50 mixture of isopropanol and water.
Wipe dry using a clean lint-free cloth.

Caution! In order for the badge to secure, the surface must be clean and free of dust and grease.

Remove the protective film from the tape.

Note! Leave the foil in place.

Guide the badge into the position indicated in the dimensions.
Press the whole badge to ensure the tape is in good contact with the base.
Check that the edges of the badge are against the base.

Note! To ensure optimal adhesion, do not wash the car for 72 hours.