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Installation Procedure

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  1. Clean the area where the replacement molding is to be mounted. Use a suitable solvent such as flash naphtha or a mixture of 50 percent isopropyl alcohol and 50 percent water.
  2. Dry the area thoroughly.
  3. Warm the body panel to a temperature range of 16-41°C (60-105°F) with a heat lamp or J 25070  .
  4. Peel off the adhesive tape protective lining.
  5. Align push-pin holes with holes in bracket.
  6. Press on the top part of the molding so that the tape adheres to the body panel.
  7. Install the 4 push-pins.
  8. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  9. Install the 2 screws.

    Tighten:  Tighten the screws to 1.9 N.m (16.8 lb in).

  10. Fig 1: Installing Front Door Body Side Molding Screws & Push-Pins (SS)
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