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Brightwork - Quarter Panel - LH - Remove and Replace: Install

  1. Use IPA wipes to clean the urethane path.
    NOTE: Allow at least 1 minute of dry time.
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  2. Apply Betaprime 5504G to the urethane path on the encapsulated glass and LH quarter panel brightwork.
    NOTE: The Betaprime dries in two minutes in temperatures 20°F (-7°C) and above, and in just10 minutes between 0°F (-18°C) and 20°F (-7°C).
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  3. Remove the masking tape from the body.
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  4. Prepare the caulking gun and urethane.
    NOTE: The opening must be ~3.5mm wide and ~1.5mm tall.
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  5. Apply urethane to the quarter glass seal following the original path.
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  6. Position the LH quarter panel brightwork onto the vehicle, and then press firmly on the trim to make sure it is fully seated.
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  7. Use masking tape to secure the brightwork.
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  8. Install the LH upper brightwork. See Brightwork - Upper - LH - Remove and Replace .
  9. Close the liftgate.
  10. Remove the tape after curing.
    NOTE: Allow minimum of one hour of cure time. Wipe off any residue.