Chrysler PT Cruiser Service & Repair Manual page 1770

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WOOD GRAIN/FLAME DECALS (Continued)
NOTE: Use detergent that is free of any lanolin or
lotions.
(1) Peel back liner from the decal by flicking a cor-
ner of the decal to separate the backing liner. Pull
the liner away at a 180° angle – taking care not to
let adhesive side of the decal touch clothing or fold
back on itself.
NOTE: For woodgrain decals, do not allow the back
of the liner to get wet before peeling back film.
Pieces of wet liner paper will stick to the adhesive.
NOTE: Decals that have locating tabs: At times the
paper liner will remain on these tabs when remov-
ing the liner from the decals. This liner piece can be
left on the tabs, as it will not affect the locating abil-
ity of the tab and the tab will eventually be
removed.
(2) Using a detergent water solution made of 2-3
drops of detergent per liter (quart) of water, spray
decal application area and decal liberally.
(3) Apply the decal using the reference marks
made previously.
(4) Using a squeegee, start at the center of the
decal and squeegee out the wrinkles and liquid, fan-
ning out to the edges so as not to trap liquid and air.
Use one hand to squeegee and the other to keep the
decal from sliding on initial squeegee stroke. If the
decal has locating tabs, remove and discard the tabs
after the decal has been secured sufficiently.
(5) Wipe the surface with a cloth to remove the
any excess water. This may be helpful during the
squeegee process to visually inspect for bubbles and
wrinkles.
(6) Inspect the decal in good lighting conditions
from all angles for bubbles. Use the squeegee to push
bubbles to edges of the decal, forcing out air or water.
If bubbles do not move, the adhesive has already
been wetted out. A pin or equivalent tool may be
used as an air release tool to pop the bubble and
release the air and or wetting solution. Gently use a
squeegee over the area to release the water after
using the air release tool.
(7) WOODGRAIN LIFTGATE DECAL ONLY:
apply moderate heat to film overlapping the recess
area of the opening for the lift-gate handle. Use a
cloth wrapped squeegee or fingers to mold the film
into the recess and seal the film. It is important to
remove trapped air and/or water around this area
before applying heat, as the heat will seal off the
handle opening and preclude air and water from
escaping in that direction.
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