Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the necessary molding or trim panel.
- Remove the molding attaching clips, handles, sidemarker reflector, and/or other stripe or decal overlapping parts.
- Wash and clean repair surfaces, adjacent panel, and openings as required.
- Remove the stripe or decal from body panel using 3M(tm) Scotch Brite Molding Adhesive Remover, disk 3M(tm) P/N 07502 or equivalent.
- Remove all traces of adhesive residue from painted surfaces with a Varnish Makers and Painters (VM&P) naphtha.
NOTE:
To avoid damaging the paint finish, do not use pointed or sharp instruments to remove the stripe or the decal.
NOTE:
Use of harsh chemicals when cleaning can damage exterior lamps. Suggested cleaners are a mild soap and water, or Varnish Makers and Painters (VM&P) Naptha. VM&P Naptha is a specific type of naptha and should not be substituted by any other naptha.