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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: View of Roof Molding
    GM365407Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Heat the weld join molding, using a heat gun J 25070  152 mm (6 in) from the surface.

    Apply the heat using a circular motion for about 30 seconds.

    2. NOTE: Refer to EXTERIOR TRIM EMBLEM REMOVAL NOTICE .
  2. To remove the weld joint molding from the roof, begin at one end and use a small plastic flat-bladed tool. Lift the weld joint molding away from the weld joint.
    3. Fig 2: Identifying Adhesive Removal Tool
    GM321645Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove all adhesive from the body panel using 3M™ Scotch Brite molding adhesive remover disk 3M™ P/N 07501 or equivalent.
  4. Clean the body panel using Varnish Makers and Painters (VMP) naphtha.
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