Molding Replacement - Rear Panel

Molding Replacement - Rear Panel

Tools Required

J 25070 Heat Gun


Removal Procedure

1. Remove the license plate.
2. Remove the license lamp. Refer to License Lamp Replacement (Aztek) License Lamp Replacement (Rendezvous) in Lighting Systems.




3. Use a heat gun J 25070 in a circular motion for 30 seconds 152 mm (6 in) from the surface to heat the upper edge of the rear body panel molding to 21-32°C (70-90°F).





Notice: Refer to Exterior Trim Emblem Removal Notice in Cautions and Notices.

4. Use a plastic, flat-bladed tool to remove the upper edge of the rear body panel molding from the surface.




5. Pull the upper edge of the rear body panel molding out, to release the retainers.
6. Remove the rear body panel molding from the endgate.




7. Remove all adhesive from the endgate using 3M(TM) ScotchBrite molding adhesive remover disk 3M(TM) P/N 07501 or equivalent.
8. Clean the endgate surface using Varnish Makers and Painters (VMP) naphtha and allow to air dry.



Installation Procedure





1. Use a heat gun J 25070 in a circular motion for 30 seconds 152 mm (6 in) from the surface in order to heat the upper edge of the endgate to 21-32°C (70-90°F).
2. Position the lower flange of the rear body panel molding to the hem flange of the endgate, pulling upward and forward to align the retainer clips to the holes in the endgate.

Important: Do not touch the adhesive backing on the molding.


3. Remove the protective liner from the back side of the rear body panel molding.
4. Position the upper edge of the rear body panel molding retainer clips to the holes in the endgate.
5. Install the retainer clips to the endgate by pressing in until fully seated.
6. Install the upper edge of the rear body panel molding by applying pressure to the entire length of the molding starting at the center and working outward in order to ensure a maximum bond to the endgate.
7. Install the license lamp. Refer to License Lamp Replacement (Aztek) License Lamp Replacement (Rendezvous) in Lighting Systems.
8. Install the license plate.