Decal Replacement - Polaris GENERAL 2016 Service Manual

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BODY / FRAME

DECAL REPLACEMENT

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 body cab components 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.

Do not flame treat painted plastic components. Painted

plastic surfaces should only be wiped clean prior to

decal adhesion.

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.

9929375 R02 - 2016-2019 GENERAL / GENERAL 4 Service Manual

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