Sable V6-232 3.8L (1988)
Body Emblem: Technical Service Bulletins
Adhesive Mouldings & Nameplates - Replacement
TRIM - EXTERIOR - ADHESIVE-BACKED BODYSIDE MOULDINGS AND NAMEPLATES - SERVICE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE
Article No. 88-10-4
FORD:
ALL CAR LINES
LINCOLN-MERCURY: ALL CAR LINES
MERKUR:
ALL CAR LINES
LIGHT TRUCK:
ALL LIGHT TRUCK LINES
ISSUE:
Adhesive-backed bodyside mouldings and nameplates that need to be removed and replaced may be serviced with a Ford authorized
procedure.
FIGURE 2
ACTION:
If service is required, use the following service procedure to replace the adhesive-backed mouldings and nameplates.
1.
Completely clean the sheet metal surface area around the moulding or nameplate with isopropyl alcohol and a clean soft cloth.
2.
Before removing the moulding or nameplate, mark its location on top and at each end using masking tape, Figure 2.
NOTE:
HEATING THE MOULDING, NAMEPLATE OR SHEET. METAL WILL INCREASE ADHESION MAKING IT HARD TO REMOVE.
COLD TEMPERATURES OF ZERO AND BELOW ALLOW EASIER REMOVAL.
3.
When removing mouldings, use a nylon wedge. Position the nylon wedge between the moulding and sheet metal and pull the moulding away with
steady tension. Remove and replace one (1) moulding at a time.
4.
Once a few inches of the moulding are free, grip it with both hands and pull it slowly toward the front of the vehicle. Be careful not to damage
paint or sheet metal.
5.
All of the adhesive tape will not come off with the moulding. White or gray acrylic tape can be removed by gently stretching it. Grip tape at one
(1) end, lifting and pulling away slowly about 1/2" at a time. Small pieces can be removed by rolling with your thumb across the sheet metal
surface.
6.
When all tape is removed, wipe area with isopropyl alcohol and a clean soft cloth. Make sure that all tape residue and road dirt is removed.
7.
If paint surface is damaged during moulding or nameplate removal, repair as required.
8.
Apply the new moulding by pulling back adhesive tape protective cover about 3 to 4" at the front edge of the moulding. Do not touch or
contaminate tape surface.
9.
Align moulding with the masking tape applied in Step 2 and gently press, removing protective cover as you proceed forward. Be sure moulding is
lined up correctly; once tape sticks, moulding cannot be removed. Mouldings or nameplates should not be installed on vehicles unless sheet metal
surface temperature exceeds 80~F (27~C) and moulding is at 70~F (21~C) minimum.
10.
Remove masking tape, wipe area under masking tape with isopropyl alcohol to remove residue.
11.
Press moulding or nameplate on with hand roller applying a minimum of 20 psi pressure to make sure of proper adhesion.
