Lower Side Moulding / Trim: Service and Repair
BODY OUTSIDE MOULDINGBody Outside Moulding:
COMPONENTS
REMOVAL
CAUTION:
- Store in a cool place, avoiding direct sunlight, high temperature and dust.
- The moulding is made of polyvinyl chloride. Do not allow this material to come in contact with thinner or other solvents, open flame or boiling water.
- The storage time for the moulding and adhesive is limited to about 9 months.
1. REMOVE ENDS OF MOULDING
Using a scraper, pry the moulding loose about 30 mm (1.18 in.) form each end.
HINT: Tape the scraper tip before using.
2. REMOVE MOULDING AND ADHESIVE
a. Pull off the moulding by cutting the adhesive with a knife.
b. Scrape off adhesive from the body with sandpaper cutter.
NOTE:
- Remember that 30 - 80 mm (1.18 - 3.15 in.) of the ends of the moulding are glued tightly with a strong adhesive.
- Do not reuse moulding.
INSTALLATION
1. HEAT BODY MOUNTING SURFACE
a. Using a heat light, heat the body mounting surface to 40 - 60 °C (104 - 140 ^01|F).
NOTE: Do not heat body excessively.
b. Remove the adhesive tape from the body.
c. Wipe off stains with cleaner.
2. CLEAN MOULDING
If reusing the moulding;
a. Using a heat light, heat the moulding to 20 - 30 °C (68 - 86 °F).
NOTE: Do not heat moulding excessively.
b. Remove the adhesive tape from the moulding.
c. Wipe off stains with cleaner.
d. Apply a new adhesive tape to moulding as shown in the illustration.
3. INSTALL MOULDING
a. Using a heat light, heat the body and moulding.
Body: 40 - 60 °C (104 - 140 °F)
Moulding: 20 - 30 °C (68 - 86 °F)
NOTE: Do not heat moulding excessively.
b. Lift moulding release sheet from face of moulding.
NOTE: When the moulding release sheet is removed, make sure that no dirt or dust can get onto the uncoated area.
c. Align the bosses with their corresponding holes in the body, and press firmly on the moulding. Refer to the illustration for the front fender moulding application procedures.
NOTE: Do not apply excessive force onto the moulding, but steady pressure with your thumbs.