Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Buick Regal and 2002 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

When replacing a weld joint molding do the following:
- Use tape to protect the mounting surface during removal.
- Use tape for alignment marks for installation of the molding.
Heat the weld joint molding using a J 25070 152 mm (6 in) from the surface.
Apply the heat using a circular motion for about 30 seconds.

NOTE: Refer to EXTERIOR TRIM EMBLEM REMOVAL NOTICE .
Use a plastic, flat-bladed tool to remove the weld joint molding from the panel surface.

Fig 1: Removing Roof Joint Molding

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

When replacing, remove all adhesive as follows:
- For body panels use a 3M™ Scotch Brite molding adhesive remover disk 3M™ 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.