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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.

    Fig 1: Positioning Emblem To Location Marks And Press Emblem
    G01559419Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Dry the area thoroughly.
  3. Use a J 25070  to heat the mounting surface to approximately 27-41°C (80-105°F), if necessary.
  4. Hold the J 25070  heat gun approximately 152 mm (6 in) from the surface.
  5. Ensure that the temperature of the emblem/nameplate is approximately 29-32°C (85-90°F).
  6. Remove the protective liner from the back of the emblem/nameplate.
  7. Position the emblem/nameplate to the location marks and press the emblem/nameplate to the mounting surface.
  8. Apply equal pressure along the emblem/nameplate to uniformly bond the item to the mounting surface.
  9. Remove the protective tape from the mounting surface.
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