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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

Tools Required

J 25070 Heat Gun

    Important: Be sure to take accurate measurements before removal to position the emblem properly during installation.

  1. Use aJ 25070 to heat the hood emblem holding it about 152 mm (6 in) from the emblem surface.
  2. Apply the heat using a circular motion for about 30 seconds.


    Object Number: 183246  Size: SH
  3. Peel the hood emblem from the panel surface using a flat-bladed tool, being careful not to damage paint.
  4. Remove all adhesive from the body panel and the back of the hood emblem using 3M™ scotch brite molding adhesive remover disk 3M™ P/N 07501 or equivalent.
  5. Clean the body panel using Varnish Makers and Painters (VMP) naphtha.

Installation Procedure

  1. Warm the body panel with a heat lamp or heat gun to a minimum of 21°C (70°F).

  2. Object Number: 183246  Size: SH
  3. Peel the backing from the front end of the hood emblem.
  4. Do not touch the adhesive backing.

  5. Press the hood emblem to the body while continuing to remove the backing.
  6. Hand roll the hood emblem to the body panel to ensure proper adhesion.
  7. Inspect the hood emblem for bonding.
  8. Hand roll loose ends.