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Plaid Letter Badge - Remove And Replace: Install

  1. Open the liftgate.
  2. If necessary, install the new plaid letter badge with film on the badge alignment tool, and then perform a dry fit check.
    NOTE: The badge alignment tool will line up along the RH bottom corner of the liftgate.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • MS DM performance badge jig - 1506917-00-A
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  3. Peel off the adhesive backing film from the new plaid letter badge, and then install the badge on the badge alignment tool.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • MS DM performance badge jig - 1506917-00-A
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  4. Install the new plaid letter badge on the liftgate.
    NOTE: Apply pressure and allow each letter to fully adhere to the liftgate.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • MS DM performance badge jig - 1506917-00-A
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  5. Remove the alignment tool from the plaid letter badge.
    NOTE: The front film will lift with the alignment tool.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • MS DM performance badge jig - 1506917-00-A
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  6. Install the front film on the plaid letter badge, use a seam roller to apply pressure and allow each letter to fully adhere to the liftgate, and then remove the film from the badge.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Seam roller - 1049517-00-A
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  7. Close the liftgate.
  8. Visually inspect the plaid letter badge and verify proper installation. Wipe away any contamination.
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