Repair Procedure
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.
- To remove the damaged clip, heat under hot air (minimum 100°C (212°F), until the tape is soft and pliable.
- Remove the clip with fine tweezers, being careful not to damage the body panel.
- To remove any remaining cured tape from the ditch that was previously applied, heat under hot air (minimum 100°C (212°F), until the tape is soft and pliable; then remove with a soft spatula.
- Clean roof ditch area with a clean wipe dipped in IPA*.
- Apply 3M™Duramix Super-Fast Adhesive 4747 on the new clip (2).
- Set the new clip on the body panel, ensuring correct location and orientation, and hold it with masking tape for:
- Minimum 15 minutes at 23°C (73°F)
- Minimum 30 minutes at 10-23°C (50-73°F)
- Minimum 60 minutes at 5-10°C (41-50°F)
- Install the roof molding (1).
NOTE:
Use a fine nozzle attached to the dryer to avoid damage to the body painted surface.