Dodge RAM TRUCK 1500 1995 Service Manual page 1636

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10DY COMPONENTS 23-11
(1) Spread replacement tape stripe overlay across a
smooth flat work surface, finish side down.
(2) Peel paper backing away from overlay exposing
adhesive back of overlay.
(3) Apply soap solution liberally to adhesive back
of overlay.
(4) Apply soap solution liberally to body panel surface.
(5) Place overlay into position on body panel.
Smooth out wrinkles by pulling lightly on edges of
overlay until it lays flat on painted surface.
(6) Push air pockets from under overlay to the perim­
eter of the panel from the center of the overlay out.
(7) Squeegee soap solution and air bubbles from
behind overlay from the center of the panel out using
a body putty applicator squeegee (Fig. 8).
CAUTION: Do not cut into painted surface of body
panel when trimming overlay to size.
" (11) Trim overlay to size using a razor knife. Leave at
least 13 mm (0.5 in.) for edges of doors and openings.
CAUTION: Do not overheat overlay when perform­
ing step 12.
(12) Apply heat to overlay to evaporate residual
moisture from edges of overlay and to allow overlay
to be stretched into concave surfaces.
(13) Edge turn overlay around doors or fenders.
CARRIER J9123-592
Fig. 8 Tape Stripe Application
(14) Install exterior trim if necessary.
Small air or water bubbles under overlay can be
pierced with a pin and smoothed out.
STICK-ON BODY SIDE MOLDINGS
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (FIG. 9 AND
10)
(1) Warm the effected stick-on molding and body
metal to approximately 38°C (100°F) using a suitable
heat lamp or heat gun.