Decals; Decal Replacement - Polaris RANGER 500 2018 Service Manual

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DECALS

The following procedure involves the use of an open

flame. Perform this procedure in a well ventilated area,

away from gasoline or other flammable materials. Be

sure the area to be flame treated is clean and free of

gasoline or flammable residue.

Do not flame treat components that are installed on the

vehicle. Remove the component from the vehicle

before flame treating.

The side panels, front and rear fender cabs are plastic

polyethylene material. Therefore, they must be "flame

treated" prior to installing a decal to ensure good

adhesion. A bonus of the flame treating procedure is it

can be used to reduce or eliminate the whitish stress

marks that are sometimes left after a fender or cab is

bent, flexed, or damaged.

To flame treat the decal area:

1. Pass the flame of a propane torch back and forth

quickly over the area where the decal is to be applied

until the surface appears slightly glossy. This should

occur after just a few seconds of flame treating. Do

not hold the torch too close to the surface (2-3 inches

from the flame tip is recommended). Keep the torch

moving to prevent damage.

2. Apply the decal on one edge first. Slowly lay down

remainder of the decal while rubbing lightly over the

decal surface to eliminate any air bubbles during the

application.

9928485 R01 - 2017-2018 RANGER 500 / 570 Service Manual

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