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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Door Body Side Molding
    GM521819Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Apply the molding in an environment free of dust and dirt. Dust and dirt could come in contact with the adhesive backing and prevent proper adhesion.
  1. Clean the area where the replacement molding is to be mounted. Use a suitable solvent such as flash naphtha or a mixture of 50 percent isopropyl alcohol and 50 percent water.
  2. Dry the area thoroughly.
  3. Warm the body panel to a temperature range of 16-41°C (60-105°F) with a heat lamp or heat gun.
  4. Ensure the molding is at a minimum temperature of 16°C (60°F).

    If the temperature of the molding is below 16°C (60°F), warm up molding with a heat lamp or heat gun.

  5. IMPORTANT: Do not touch the adhesive surface when the tape is removed.
  6. Remove the protective tape from the molding.
  7. Without allowing the adhesive surface to touch the body, ensure the molding is aligned.
  8. Press on the molding in order to install to the door.