Silverado 3500 2WD V8-6.6L DSL Turbo VIN 2 (2004)
Upper Side Moulding / Trim: Service and Repair
Molding Replacement - Body Side (Standard Cab)
Molding Replacement - Body Side (Standard Cab)
Tools Required
J 25070 Heat Gun
Removal Procedure
Important: Be careful not to scratch or chip the paint.
1. Heat the body side molding using a heat gun J 25070. Hold the heat gun approximately 152 mm (6 in) from the surface.
Apply heat using a circular motion for about 30 seconds.
2. Starting from one end of the molding, peel off the body off the molding from the panel surface using a flat-bladed tool.
3. Remove all adhesive from the body panel using a 3M(TM) scotch brite molding adhesive remover disk P/N 07501 or equivalent.
Installation Procedure
Important: Apply the molding in an environment free of dust and dirt. Dust and dirt could come in contact with the adhesive surface and
prevent proper adhesion.
1. Clean the area where the replacement molding is to be mounted. Use a suitable solvent such as flash naphtha or a mixture of 50 percent isopropyl
alcohol and 50 percent water.
2. Dry the area thoroughly.
3. Warm the body panel to a temperature range of 16-41°C (60-105°F) with a heat lamp or heat gun J 25070.
4. Ensure the molding is at a minimum temperature of 16°C (60°F).
If the temperature of the molding is below 16°C (60°F), warm up molding with a heat lamp or heat gun J 25070.
Important: Do not touch the adhesive surface when the tape is removed.
5. Remove the protective tape.
6. Without allowing the adhesive surface to touch the body, ensure the molding is aligned.
7. Press on the molding in order to install to the body.
