Radiator Grille Emblem/Nameplate Replacement (GMC)

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Fig 1: Radiator Grille Emblem/Nameplate (GMC)

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
1	Grille Name Plate Assembly (GMC) CAUTION: Refer to Exterior Trim Emblem Removal Caution . 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 grille 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 body side and ensure full adhesion of the name plate is made. Special Tools J-25070 Heat Gun

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Component Name

Grille Name Plate Assembly (GMC)

CAUTION:

Refer to Exterior Trim Emblem Removal Caution .

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 grille 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 body side and ensure full adhesion of the name plate is made.

Special Tools
J-25070 Heat Gun