Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

When replacing or repairing a molding do the following:
1. Use tape to protect the mounting surface during removal.
2. Use tape for alignment marks for installation of the molding.
Heat the molding on each end (1) using an J 25070 .
Apply heat using a circular motion for about 30 seconds.

NOTE: Use a plastic, flat-bladed tool to prevent paint damage when removing an emblem/name plate.
Use a plastic, flat-bladed tool to remove the molding ends (1) from the panel surface.
Disengage the plastic molding clips (2) from panel.

Fig 1: Removing Plastic Molding Clips From Panel
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
When replacing, remove all adhesive as follows:
- For body panels use a 3M(tm) Scotch Brite molding adhesive remover disk 3M(tm) P/N 07502 or equivalent.
- For plastic panels 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 remove the adhesive.
- Remove plastic clips (2) in necessary.