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Exterior/Interior Trim: Protector: Installation

  1. Apply primer to original side protector (if used), and attach two-sided tape to side protectors as shown.

    Two-sided tape: 

    1. Thickness; 1.2 mm (0.047 in)
    2. Width; 5 mm (0.20 in)

    Recommended primer: 

    1. SUMITOMO 3MK-500 or equivalent

    Recommended two-sided tape: 

    1. SUMITOMO 3M4210 or equivalent
      Fig 1: Attaching Two-Sided Tape To Side Protectors
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  2. Using an infrared lamp, heat body panel to 40 to 60°C (104 to 140°F) and rear surface of side protector to 20 to 30°C (68 to 86°F).
  3. Remove tack paper from two-sided paper. While aligning clips with holes in body panel, attach two-sided tape to side protector and body panel with a force of more than 49 N (5 kg, 11 Ib) with roller. Do not allow air to enter mating surface of the two.
CAUTION:
  • To maintain adhesive power, do not wash the vehicle for 24 hours after tape application.
  • Push clip in securely using hands.

    (To prevent deformation, do not use excessive force.)