Front Side Door Emblem/Nameplate Replacement

Front Side Door Emblem/Nameplate Replacement

Tools Required

J 25070 Heat Gun

Removal Procedure





Important: Use the tape for protection and alignment marks for alignment of the new emblem.


1. Apply tape to the area around the door emblem.
2. Heat the emblem, using a J 25070 152 mm (6 in) from the surface.
Apply the heat using a circular motion for about 30 seconds.

Notice: Refer to Exterior Trim Emblem Removal Notice in Cautions and Notices.

3. Remove the emblem/name plate from the door surface using a small plastic flat-bladed tool, being careful not to damage paint.




4. Remove all adhesive from the door surface and the back of the emblem using 3M(TM) scotch brite molding adhesive remover disk 3M(TM) P/N 07501 or equivalent.
5. Clean the door surface using Varnish Makers and Painters (VMP) naphtha.

Installation Procedure




1. If the location of the emblem/nameplate has not been marked, apply tape and use the following dimensions:

* Dimension (A) 41 mm (1.625 in) from the rear edge of the door.
* Dimension (B) 146 mm (5.750 in) from the feature line of the door.

2. Warm the door surface with a heat gun J 25070 152 mm (6 in) from the surface to a minimum of 21°C (70°F), if necessary.

Important: Do not touch the adhesive backing of the emblem.


3. Remove the backing from the front end of the emblem.
4. Press the emblem to the door surface while continuing to remove the backing.
Hand roll the emblem to the door to ensure proper adhesion.
5. Inspect the emblem for bonding.
6. Remove the tape from the area around the door emblem.