For 1990-2009 cars

Notice: Use of harsh chemicals when cleaning can damage exterior lamps. Suggested cleaners are a mild soap and water, or Varnish Makers and Painters (VM&P) Naptha. VM&P Naptha is a specific type of naptha and should not be substituted by any other naptha.

1. Wash the affected panel area using soap and water.
2. Wipe the panel dry.
3. Use 3M General Purpose Adhesive Cleaner 08984 or the equivalent in order to remove all traces of adhesive from the body panel and the back of the molding.
4. Wipe the panel using a clean cloth and an alcohol/water mixture.
5. Use a length of masking tape or a magnetic strip in order to mark the proper position of the following components:

• | The molding (1, 2)

• | The nameplate

6. For Pontiac models, use a length of masking tape or a magnetic strip in order to mark the proper position of the emblem (1,2).
7. For Oldsmobile models, use a length of masking tape or a magnetic strip in order to mark the proper position of the emblem.

Important: If the body temperature is below 21°C (70°F) due to the shop temperature or the outside temperature, warm the body panel with a heat lamp or a heat gun while proceeding with the next step.

8. Apply a double-coated acrylic foam tape such as 3M Super Automotive Attachment Tape or the equivalent to the molding, the emblem or the nameplate. There are several different types of this tape:

• | 3M 06380, which has a white backing

• | 3M 06377, which has a black backing

• | 3M 06382, which has a gray backing

9. Align the molding, the emblem or the nameplate. Press the molding, the emblem or the nameplate firmly in place.