Removal Procedure

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Important : Use the tape for protection and alignment marks for alignment of the new emblem.

Apply tape to the area around the endgate emblem.
Heat the emblem/nameplate, using a heat gun J 25070 152 mm (6.0 in) from the surface.

Fig 1: Removing Emblem/Nameplate - End Gate (W/O SS)

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Apply the heat using a circular motion for about 30 seconds.
NOTE: Use a plastic, flat-bladed tool to prevent paint damage when removing an emblem/name plate.
Remove the emblem/nameplate from the endgate surface using a plastic, flat-bladed tool.
Remove all adhesive from the endgate panel surface and the back of the emblem/nameplate using 3M™ scotch brite molding adhesive remover disk 3M™ P/N 07501 or equivalent.
Clean the endgate surface using varnish makers and painters (VMP) naptha.