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Door Moulding: Removal

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  1. Apply suitable protective tape to adjacent areas of paintworks.
    Fig 1: Applying Protective Tape To Adjacent Areas Of Paintworks
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  2. Using a hand-held heat gun, apply heat uniformly along the moulding length.
  3. CAUTION: Do not lever the door moulding away from the door panel. Faliure to follow this instruction may result in damage to the vehicle.
  4. Applying local heat at one end and using a suitable nylon banding tape or string progessively ease the door moulding away from the door panel.
  5. Discard the moulding and remove protective tape.
  6. Remove any residual adhesive and thoroughly clean area using white spirit.