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Installation Procedure

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  1. Prepare the surface.
    NOTE: To prevent possible vehicle, stripe or decal damage, always refer to manufacturer's packaged instructions.

    Important:  If the area where you apply the stripe or decal has been refinished, remove any imperfections that may show through the stripe or decal.

  2. Clean the painted surface with the following items:
    • Silicone
    • Wax
    • Grease remover
  3. Clean the area where you apply the stripe or decal. Use a 50/50 mixture of isopropyl alcohol and water.
  4. Wipe the panel surface with a clean cloth while the solvent drys.
  5. Apply the wetting solution to the area where you install the stripe or decal.

    Important:  DO NOT touch the adhesive backing of the stripes.

  6. Use the wetting solution on the adhesive side of the stripe or decal.
  7. Remove the backing material of the stripe or decal as needed.
  8. Install the stripe or decal to the panel.
  9. Working from the center if possible, squeegee the stripe or decal into position.
  10. Apply additional wetting solution in order to ease installation of the stripe or decal.

    Apply a soapy wetting solution on the top side of the stripe or decal for the following reasons:

    • In order to ease the pull of the squeegee on the stripe or decal
    • In order to eliminate the possibility of damage
  11. Apply heat to the stripe or decal at recessed areas.
  12. Press the stripe or decal into recess in order to obtain a firm bond.
  13. Use adequate light reflection in order to detect any irregularities in the stripe or decal that may have developed during installation.

    Important:  DO NOT use a razor blade or a knife edge.

  14. Use one of the following items in order to remove all bubbles by piercing:
    • A safety pin
    • A needle
    • A tool with the same size piercing tip
  15. Pierce a bubble on the outer edge.
  16. Force the air out from the opposite edge with the blade of the squeegee.
  17. Install all previously removed components. Clean the components as needed.
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