Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Pontiac Torrent and 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Clean the area where the emblem/nameplate will be installed.
Use a lint free cloth and Varnish Makers and Painters (VMP) naphtha or a 50/50 mixture by volume of isopropyl alcohol and water to clean the area.
- Dry the area thoroughly.
- If the location of the emblem/nameplate has not been marked, apply tape and mark the location as shown below.
- For the EQUINOX emblem/nameplate install to the following dimensions:
- Dimension (a) is 11 mm (0.043 in) from the side of the emblem/nameplate to the left edge of the lift gate.
- Dimension (b) is 160 mm (6.30 in) from the center of the emblem/nameplate to the bottom of the lift gate.
NOTE: All dimensions are arc length measurements. - For the CHEVROLET emblem/nameplate install to the following dimensions:
- Dimension (a) is 31 mm (1.22 in) from the side of the emblem/nameplate to the right edge of the lift gate.
- Dimension (b) is 160 mm (6.30 in) from the center of the emblem/nameplate to the bottom of the lift gate.
NOTE: All dimensions are arc length measurements. - Heat the mounting surface to approximately 27-41°C (80-105°F) using the heat gun, if necessary.
- Ensure that the temperature of the emblem/nameplate is approximately 29-32°C (85-90°F).
- Remove the protective liner from the back of the emblem/nameplate.
- Position the emblem/nameplate to the location marks and press the emblem/nameplate to the mounting surface.
- Apply equal pressure along the emblem/nameplate to uniformly bond the item to the mounting surface.
- Remove the protective tape from the mounting surface.
NOTE:
Apply the emblem/nameplate in an environment that is free from dust or other dirt that could come into contact with the sticky backing. Foreign material may cause improper adhesion.
NOTE:
Do not touch the adhesive backing on the emblem/nameplate.