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Installation Procedure

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    IMPORTANT: Apply the emblem/nameplate in an environment that is free from dust or other dirt that could come into contact with the sticky backing. Foreign material may cause improper adhesion.
  1. Clean the area where the emblem/nameplate will be installed.

    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 clean the area.

  2. Dry the area thoroughly.
  3. If the location of the emblem/nameplate has not been marked, apply tape and mark the location as shown below.
    4. Fig 1: Installing VUE Emblem/Nameplate
    GM925375Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. For the VUE emblem/nameplate install to the following dimensions:
      IMPORTANT: All dimensions are arc length measurements.
    • Dimension (a) is 52 mm (2.047 in) from the top of the lift gate lower body line to the bottom of the emblem/nameplate.
    • Dimension (b) is 173 mm (6.811 in) from the side of the emblem/nameplate to the left edge of the lift gate.
    5. Fig 2: Installing AWD Emblem/Nameplate
    GM1132387Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. For the AWD emblem/nameplate install to the following dimensions:
      IMPORTANT: All dimensions are arc length measurements.
    • Dimension (a) is 52 mm (2.047 in) from the top of the lift gate lower body line to the bottom of the emblem/nameplate.
    • Dimension (b) is 159 mm (4.134 in) from the side of the emblem/nameplate to the right edge of the lift gate.
    6. Fig 3: Installing V6 Emblem/Nameplate
    GM925416Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: All dimensions are arc length measurements.
  6. For the AWD V6 emblem/nameplate install to the following dimensions:
    • Dimension (a) is 52 mm (2.047 in) from the top of the lift gate lower body line to the bottom of the emblem/nameplate.
    • Dimension (b) is 105 mm (4.134 in) from the side of the emblem/nameplate to the right edge of the lift gate.
    • Dimension (c) is 208 mm (8.190 in) from the center of the emblem/nameplate to the right edge of the lift gate.
  7. Heat the mounting surface to approximately 27-41°C (80-105°F) using the J 25070  , if necessary. See Special Tools .
  8. Ensure that the temperature of the emblem/nameplate is approximately 29-32°C (85-90°F).
    9. IMPORTANT: Do not touch the adhesive backing on the emblem/nameplate.
  9. Remove the protective liner from the back of the emblem/nameplate.
  10. Position the emblem/nameplate to the location marks and press the emblem/nameplate to the mounting surface.
  11. Apply equal pressure along the emblem/nameplate to uniformly bond the item to the mounting surface.
  12. Remove the protective tape from the mounting surface.
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