TrailBlazer 2WD L6-4.2L VIN S (2003)
Lower Side Moulding / Trim: Service and Repair
Molding Replacement - Rear Door Body Side (Chevrolet, GMC)
Molding Replacement - Rear Door Body Side (Chevrolet, GMC)
Tools Required
J 25070Heat Gun
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the molding from the vehicle using the following procedure:
1. Heat the door side molding using a J 25070. Hold the heat gun approximately 152 mm (6 in) from surface.
Apply heat using a circular motion for about 30 seconds.
Important: Be careful not to scratch or chip the paint.
2. Peel the door side molding from the panel surface using a flat-bladed tool.
2. Remove all adhesive from the body panel and the back of the door side molding using a 3M(TM) scotch brite molding adhesive remover disk
3M(TM) P/N 07501 or equivalent.
3. Clean the body panel using Varnish Makers and Painters (VMP) naphtha.
Installation Procedure
1. Ensure the painted body surface in the tape contact area is clean and dry.
2. Warm body panel with a heat lamp or heat gun if necessary, to a temperature between 18.8-41.1°C (66-100°F).
3. Remove the tape liner from the adhesive tape.
Important: Do not touch the adhesive surface.
4. Ensure that the molding is aligned with the body panel. Press the door side molding to the body panel.
5. Hand roll the door side molding to the body in order to ensure proper adhesion.
