Exterior Decals - Jeep 1979 CJ-5 Technical & Service Manual

HEADLINING—HARDTOP ENCLOSURE—EXTERIOR DECALS AND OVERLAYS 3P-7
Installation
(1) Lightly position metal frame to roof panel.
(2) If sealing voids are evident, use 3M Auto Bed-
ding and Glazing Compound or equivalent to insure a
positive seal.
(3) Locate clamp ring to underside of roof and in-
stall self-tapping screws.
(4) Install vinyl cover around clamp ring.
VINYL MOULDINGS REPLACEMENT
The Jeep Wagoneer Limited model uses woodgrain
surround scuff mouldings. The mouldings are made of
extruded vinyl with an adhesive backing.
(1) Use 3M Release Agent, or equivalent, to soften
adhesive bond.
(a) Use shorkel tube, spray between moulding
and panel.
' (b) - Allow 2 to 3 minutes for penetration,
(c) -Spray a..second application and wait 3 min-
utes for adhesive bond to soften.
(2) Peel moulding from panel.
(3) Clean any adhesive residue from surface with a
cloth dampered with 3M General Purpose Adhesive
Cleaner or equivalent.
(4) To insure proper moulding alignment, stretch a
piece of string at desired level along panel and secure
ends with tape.
(5) Position moulding on car with backing tape at-
tached, and cut to fit.
(6) Peel away backing tape and press moulding to
panel with a roller or heavy hand pressure, parallel with
string.
(7) Remove string.
(8) Check moulding alignment and trim moulding
with razor blade, if necessary.
(9) If moulding comes loose apply 3M Plastic and
Emblem Adhesive, or equivalent to moulding surface
and press firmly to body.
GENERAL
Exterior decals and stripes are made of tough, du-
rable, weather-resistant solid vinyl and have a pressure-
sensitive back. The pressure-sensitive back is protected
by a paper backing which is removed at installation. The
front (or face) of stripes and decals may be covered with
an easy-release paper for protection during shipment or
storage. The paper should be removed after installation.
Operator
The operator (regulator) is retained on the metal
frame with two machine screws and hex nuts. To re-
move operator run the operator arms up until it lightly
contacts the safety stop. Support the sun roof glass and
frame assembly, and remove operator screws and nuts.
Slide the safety stop up the operator arm and remove
operator.
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REPAIRS
Small nicks or scratches can be touched up with paint
in much the same manner as painted surfaces. Proper
color match can be obtained by mixing small amounts of
appropriate paint colors, then applying it to the affected
area of the decal.
To repair blisters or air bubbles, pierce them with a
sharp needle or pin. Work the trapped air out through
the pin hole and press the decal firmly against the panel.
It may be necessary to preheat the panel slightly, with
Heat Gun J-25070, to soften the adhesive. Heat also may
be used to remove small wrinkles or irregularities.
REPLACEMENT'
Preparation
The temperature of the workroom should be between
65°F and 90°F. Decals should not be replaced in temper-
atures below 65°F.
The following equipment and materials are necessary
for a quality installation:
• Woodgrain and Stripe Remover—3M, or equivalent
• Adhesive Remover—3M, or equivalent
• Liquid detergent (Joy, Vel, or equivalent)
• Wax and silicone remover (3M General Purpose
Adhesive Cleaner, xylol, or equivalent)
• Isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol)
• Squeegee (4 to 5 inches wide, plastic or hard rubber)
• Heat Gun J-25020 or infrared heat bulb with exten-
sion cord
• Clean wiping rags or paper towels
, • Sharp knife, single-edge razor blade or X-acto knife
• Scissors
• Sharp needle or pin
• Grease pencil
E X T E R I O R D E C A L S
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