C-Pillar Trim Level Nameplate Replacement (SLE)

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Fig 1: C-Pillar Trim Level Nameplate (SLE)

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
1	Center Pillar Trim Level Nameplate 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. Use a heat gun or equivalent to remove the center pillar trim level nameplate. Use a plastic flat bladed tool to assist in removal. 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 or an applicable roller with approximately 10 lbs of pressure, wet out the emblem/name plate to the center pillar to ensure full adhesion of the emblem/nameplate is made.

Callout

Component Name

Center Pillar Trim Level Nameplate

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.
Use a heat gun or equivalent to remove the center pillar trim level nameplate. Use a plastic flat bladed tool to assist in removal.
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 or an applicable roller with approximately 10 lbs of pressure, wet out the emblem/name plate to the center pillar to ensure full adhesion of the emblem/nameplate is made.