Clip Replacement: Installation

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Clean tape removed surface with a shop cloth soaked in white gasoline or IPA.

Use two-part epoxy adhesive.

Adhesive

: 3M-weld DP-100 or equivalent

Apply adhesive evenly to clip tape surface.

Thickness

: Approximately 0.5 mm (0.020 in)

Position applied parts to the proper location, and then sufficiently press-fit until the adhesive protrudes to tape side.

Press-fit limit

: 19.6 Nx 2 seconds

Tape clips after press fit, and temporarily hold it for specified time based on the following.

5 to 10°C (41 to 50°F)	: 1 hour or more
11 to 23°C (52 to 73°F)	: 30 minutes or more
24°C or more (75°F or more)	: 15 minutes or more

Install roof side molding rear edge first, working toward front after temporarily holding.
CAUTION:
- Securely insert molding rear end cap onto roof rear end cutout (installation standard).
- When installing roof side molding, check that molding fastener is securely inserted and then press in.
- Do not wash the vehicle within 24 hours after repair.