Body Emblem: Service and Repair

Badge rear, replacing

Note! 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.

Removal

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

Caution! Do not damage the vehicle paintwork.

Remove:
- the badge
- any tape residue.

Installation

Installing the badge
Ensure that the vehicle is at least at room temperature (above 20 °C).
Wash the area for the badge. Use a mixture of 50% isopropanol and 50% water.
Wipe dry using a clean lint-free cloth or similar.

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

Remove the backing 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.
Use the following measurements:





Volvo badge
M1 = 79.6 ± 1 mm
Y0 = center of the hatch

Hint: Measure Y0 using the license plate.




M2 = 10.3 ± 1 mm





Model designation
M3 = 143.4 ± 1 mm
M4 = 37 ± 2 mm





Note! The internal parallel (M8) of the badge must be within the tolerances.

Engine designation
M5 = 37±2 mm
M6 = 153±1 mm
M7 = 15±1 mm
M8 = 0±0.5 mm

Note! Measurements M5 and M6 must be used for vehicles with only the AWD badge.

Check that the edges of the badge are against the base. There must be no gaps.
Remove the securing foil.

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