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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Saturn 🢒 2005 🢒 L300/LW300 🢒 Body 🢒 Exterior Trim 🢒 Front Fender Emblem/Nameplate Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. When replacing an emblem/nameplate, do the following:
    2. • Use tape to protect the mounting surface during removal.
    • Use tape for alignment marks for installation of the emblem/nameplate.
  2. To remove an emblem/nameplate, heat the emblem/nameplate using a heat gun .
  3. Apply the heat using a circular motion for about 30 seconds holding the heat gun approximately 152 mm (6 in) from the surface.

    4. Notice: Refer to Exterior Trim Emblem Removal Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 898552 Size: SH
  4. Use a plastic, flat-bladed tool to remove the emblem/nameplate from the panel surface.

Installation Procedure

    Important: Apply the emblem/nameplate in an environment that is free from dust or other dirt that could come into contact with the sticky backing. Foreign material may cause improper adhesion.

  1. Clean the area where the emblem/nameplate will be installed.

    2. Use a lint free cloth and Varnish Makers and Painters (VMP) naphtha or a 50/50 mixture, by volume, of isopropyl alcohol and water to clean the area.

  2. Dry the area thoroughly.

    3. Object Number: 898552 Size: SH
  3. For the Saturn emblem/nameplate, install to the recess in the fender.
  4. Heat the mounting surface to approximately 27-41°C (80-105°F) using the J 25070 , if necessary.
  5. Ensure that the temperature of the emblem/nameplate is approximately 29-32°C (85-90°F).

    6. Important: Do not touch the adhesive backing on the emblem/nameplate.

  6. Remove the protective liner from the back of the emblem/nameplate.
  7. Position the emblem/nameplate to the location marks and press the emblem/nameplate to the mounting surface.
  8. Apply equal pressure along the emblem/nameplate to uniformly bond the item to the mounting surface.
  9. Remove the protective tape from the mounting surface.