Hood Ornament Replacement (Encore)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Chevrolet Trax and 2015 Buick Encore. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Hood Ornament (Encore)

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
1	Hood Ornament CAUTION: Refer to Exterior Trim Emblem Removal Caution . Procedure The part and surface should be 21°C (70°F) prior to installation. The vehicle should remain 21°C (70°F) for one hour after assembly to allow adhesive to develop sufficient bond strength. Apply a suitable tape around the hood ornament. Use a heat gun or equivalent to remove the hood ornament. Use a plastic flat bladed tool to assist in removal. Using a suitable trim-type release tool start from the front edge of the hood ornament and release the 4 retainers. Clean any remaining residue with a 50/50 mixture by volume of isopropyl alcohol and clean drinkable water. Wipe surface dry with a clean lint-free towel. When removing protective liners from the adhesive tape, be careful not to touch tape with hands and do not allow tape to come in contact with dirt or any foreign matter prior to adhesion. Using the palm of the hand, apply even pressure to the hood ornament to ensure full adhesion is made.

Callout

Component Name

Hood Ornament

CAUTION:

Refer to Exterior Trim Emblem Removal Caution .

Procedure

The part and surface should be 21°C (70°F) prior to installation. The vehicle should remain 21°C (70°F) for one hour after assembly to allow adhesive to develop sufficient bond strength.
Apply a suitable tape around the hood ornament.
Use a heat gun or equivalent to remove the hood ornament. Use a plastic flat bladed tool to assist in removal.
Using a suitable trim-type release tool start from the front edge of the hood ornament and release the 4 retainers.
Clean any remaining residue with a 50/50 mixture by volume of isopropyl alcohol and clean drinkable water. Wipe surface dry with a clean lint-free towel.
When removing protective liners from the adhesive tape, be careful not to touch tape with hands and do not allow tape to come in contact with dirt or any foreign matter prior to adhesion.
Using the palm of the hand, apply even pressure to the hood ornament to ensure full adhesion is made.