Endgate Emblem/Nameplate Replacement (TUF)

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Fig 1: View Of Endgate Emblem and Nameplate (TUF)

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Callout	Component Name
1	Endgate Nameplate NOTE: Refer to Exterior Trim Emblem Removal Notice . 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. Use a J 25070 Heat Gun or equivalent to remove the old nameplate. Clean all adhesive from the endgate and wipe the surface dry with a clean lint-free towel prior to installing the new name plate. 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, wet out the name plate to the endgate and ensure full adhesion of the nameplate is made.

Callout

Component Name

Endgate Nameplate

NOTE: Refer to Exterior Trim Emblem Removal Notice .

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.
Use a J 25070 Heat Gun or equivalent to remove the old nameplate. Clean all adhesive from the endgate and wipe the surface dry with a clean lint-free towel prior to installing the new name plate.
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, wet out the name plate to the endgate and ensure full adhesion of the nameplate is made.