Pacifica V6-3.8L VIN L (2005)
Trunk / Liftgate Weatherstrip: Service and Repair
Liftgate Upper Secondary Weatherstrip
LIFTGATE UPPER SECONDARY WEATHERSTRIP
REMOVAL
1. Warm the affected stick on upper secondary weatherstrip and body metal to approximately 27 °C (80 °F) using a suitable heat lamp or heat gun.
2. Pull stick on weatherstrip from painted surface.
3. Remove adhesive tape residue from painted surface of vehicle.
4. Use a 3M Scotch-Brite(TM) Molding Adhesive and Stripe Removal Disc, or equivalent, to clean adhesive residue from painted surfaces. These
products are available from automotive paint suppliers. Refer to instructions supplied with the specific product for proper usage.
INSTALLATION
1. If upper secondary weatherstrip is to be reused,
a. Remove tape residue from molding.
b. Clean back of molding with Mopar(R) Super Kleen, or equivalent.
c. Wipe molding dry with lint free cloth.
d. Apply a single coat of Mopar(R) TPO Molding Prep to tape side of molding and allow to dry thoroughly.
e. Apply new body side molding (two sided adhesive) tape to back of weatherstrip.
2. Clean liftgate surface with Mopar(R) Super Kleen, or equivalent. Wipe surface dry with lint free cloth.
3. Remove protective cover from tape on back of upper secondary weatherstrip.
4. Apply weatherstrip to liftgate between liftgate hinges. There is less than 1/8 in. clearance between the hinges.
5. Using a roller tool, roll weatherstrip onto lift-gate with enough force to assure adhesion. Do not apply excessive force, or damage to weatherstrip
may result.