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Removal Procedure

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  1. Use J 25070  152 mm (6 in) from the surface to heat the lower edge of the sliding door molding.

    Use a circular motion for 30 seconds when applying the heat.

  2. Use a plastic flat-bladed tool to remove the lower edge of the molding from the surface.
  3. Pull the lower edge of the molding out to release the retainers and locating pins.
  4. Pull the lower edge of the molding up to release the molding from the upper support.
  5. Remove the molding from the door.
  6. Pull out the center pins of the support retainers.
  7. Use J 25070  152 mm (6 in) from the surface, to heat the molding support.

    Use a circular motion for 30 seconds when applying the heat.

  8. Use a plastic flat-bladed tool to remove the molding support from the surface.
  9. Remove the molding support from the door.
  10. Use oil-free naphtha or alcohol to clean all traces of adhesive from the body panel.
    Fig 1: Applying Heat Using A Circular Motion
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