Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Applying Emblem/Nameplate In Environment That Is Free From Dust & Dirt

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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.

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.
Dry the area thoroughly.
If the location of the emblem/nameplate has not been marked, apply tape and mark the location as shown below.
For door LS emblem/nameplate install as shown.
For the MONTANA emblem/nameplate install to the following dimensions:

Fig 2: Top Of Body Side Molding & Front Edge Of Door
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- Dimension (a) is 33.35 mm (1.313 in) from the top of the body side molding to the bottom of the emblem/nameplate.
- Dimension (b) is 38.1 mm (1.50 in) from the front edge of the door to the front of the emblem/nameplate.
For the WB emblem/nameplate install to the following dimensions:
- Dimension (a) is 140 mm (5.512 in)
- Dimension (b) is 67 mm (2.640 in)
  
  Fig 3: Removing WB Emblem/Nameplate
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For the PREMIERE emblem/nameplate install to the following dimensions:
- Dimension (a) is 41 mm (1.614 in)
- Dimension (b) is 60 mm (2.362 in)
  
  Fig 4: Removing PREMIERE Emblem/Nameplate
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For the MONTANA THUNDER emblem/nameplate install to the following dimensions:
- Dimension (A) 70 mm (2.75 in)
- Dimension (B) 30 mm (1.18 in)
- Dimension (C) 195 mm (7.67 in)
- Dimension (D) 95 mm (3.74 in)
Heat the mounting surface to approximately 27-41°C (80-105°F) using the J 25070, if necessary.
Ensure that the temperature of the emblem/nameplate is approximately 29-32°C (85-90°F).
Important: Do not touch the adhesive backing on the emblem/nameplate.
Remove the protective liner from the back of the emblem/nameplate.
Position the emblem/nameplate to the location marks and press the emblem/nameplate to the mounting surface.
Apply equal pressure along the emblem/nameplate to uniformly bond the item to the mounting surface.
Remove the protective tape from the mounting surface.

Fig 5: Removing MONTANA THUNDER Emblem/Nameplate
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