Adhesive Body Side Molding Completely Removed

Tools Required 

J 25070  Heat Gun

Important:  This procedure is for moldings that have not been damaged. Do not use this procedure if the molding is dented or was pried from the body.

1. Remove all adhesive from the body panel and the back of the molding using 3M™ Scotch Brite molding adhesive remover disk 3M™ P/N 07502 or equivalent.
Fig 1: Identifying 3M™ Scotch Brite Molding Adhesive Remover Disk
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
2. Wash the affected panel area with soap and water and wipe dry.
3. Remove the traces of adhesive from the body panel and the back of the molding using Varnish Makers and Painters (VM&P) naphtha.
4. Mark the proper position of the molding with a length of masking tape. Use adjacent moldings as a guide.
5. Warm the body panel with the J 25070  to a minimum of 21°C (70°F).
Fig 2: Identifying Heat Gun
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6. Apply a piece of double-coated foam tape 3M™ P/N 06382 Gray or equivalent to the molding.
7. Align the molding to the tape guideline on the body panel.
8. Peel the backing from the end of the molding.
9. Press firmly into place while continuing to remove the backing.
10. Hand roll the molding to the body to ensure proper adhesion.