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Installation Procedure

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    IMPORTANT: Apply the emblem/nameplate in an environment that is free from dust or other dirt that could come into contact with the sticky backing. Foreign material may cause improper adhesion.
  1. Clean the area where the emblem/nameplate will be installed.

    Use a lint free cloth and Varnish Makers and Painters (VMP) naphtha or a (50/50 mixture) by volume of isopropyl alcohol and water to clean the area.

  2. Dry the area thoroughly.
  3. Apply tape and mark the location as shown.
  4. Heat the mounting surface to approximately 27-41°C (80-105°F) using the J 25070  , if necessary.
  5. Ensure that the temperature of the emblem/name plate is approximately 29-32°C (85-90°F).
  6. Remove the protective liner from the back of the emblem/name plate.
  7. Position the emblem/name plate to the location marks and press the emblem/name plate to the mounting surface.
  8. Apply equal pressure along the emblem/name plate to uniformly bond the item to the mounting surface.
  9. Remove the protective tape from the mounting surface.
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