Moldings/emblems that are attached to body panels with adhesive tape require preparation prior to replacement. To ensure a good molding/emblem replacement, the panel surface should be warm, 21-32°C (70-90°F), clean and free of any wax or oily film.

Important: Care should be taken not to use any harsh chemicals when cleaning areas around the exterior lamps. Suggested cleaners are a mild soap and water solution, or Varnish Makers and Painters (VM&P) Naptha. VM&P naptha is a specific type of naptha and should not be substituted by any other naptha.

1. Wash the affected area with soap and water. wipe the panel and adhesive side of the molding/emblem with a clean cloth using oil-free naptha or alcohol.
2. If the molding/emblem has pulled loose from the adhesive backing do not remove the tape from the body.
3. Clean the back of the molding/emblem and tape on the body with oil-free naptha or alcohol.
4. To be certain that the molding/emblem is straight, masking tape may be applied as a guide.
5. Apply Loctite® 414 adhesive GM P/N 12345093 or equivalent to the back of the molding/emblem and press into place.
6. Apply constant pressure to the molding/emblem for 30 seconds or until a firm bond has been made.

1. Wash affected panel area with soap and water and wipe dry.
2. Remove all traces of adhesive from the body panel and back of the molding/emblem using a oil-free naptha or alcohol.
3. Mark the proper position of the molding/emblem with a length of masking tape as a guide.
4. If the vehicle body is below 21°C (70°F) due to shop temperature or outside temperature, warm the body panel with a heat gun before proceeding.
5. Apply a double-coated acrylic foam tape such as 3M Super Automotive Attachment Tape P/N 06380 (which has a white backing) or 06382 (which has a black backing) or equivalent, to the molding/emblem.
6. Align the molding/emblem to the tape guideline and press firmly in place.