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Installation Procedure

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  1. Ensure the painted body surface in the tape contact area is clean and dry.
  2. Warm body panel with a heat lamp or heat gun (if necessary) to a temperature between 18.8-41.1°C (66-100°F).
  3. Remove the tape liner from the adhesive tape.
    IMPORTANT: Do not touch the adhesive surface.
  4. Ensure that the molding is aligned with the body panel. Press the door side molding to the body panel.
  5. Hand roll the door side molding to the body in order to ensure proper adhesion.
    Fig 1: Pressing Door Side Molding To Body Panel - Front Door Body Side (Chevrolet, GMC)
    G01641131Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.