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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 1999 🢒 Catera 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Exterior Trim 🢒 Radiator Grille Emblem/Nameplate Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 162793 Size: SH
  1. Remove the front grille. Refer to Grille Replacement .
  2. Remove the grille emblem retainer.
  3. Hold a heat gun at least 152 mm (6 in) from the emblem. Move the heat gun in a circular motion.
  4. Use a plastic flat bladed tool in order to peel the emblem from the grille.
  5. Clean the area using a suitable solvent of isopropyl alcohol 50/50 mixture by volume with water, or use a high flash naphtha.

Installation Procedure
  1. The front grille and the front grille emblem temperature must be 26°C (80°F) minimum, or 6°C (10°F) above the ambient air temperature, whichever is higher. DO NOT exceed 40°C (105°F) during the installation of the front grille emblem.
  2. Remove the backing.

    3. Object Number: 162793 Size: SH
  3. Position the front grille emblem directly over the molded wreath and crest on the grille.
  4. Secure the front grille emblem by pressing the emblem to the grille.
  5. Install the grille emblem retainer.
  6. Install the front grille. Refer to Grille Replacement .