Adhesive Side Moldings

GENERAL INFORMATION

Repair of Body Side Moldings

Side moldings are attached to the body panels with adhesive compound. For secure

attachment of moldings (old or new), the panel surface must be clean and free of

wax or oil film, and panel temperature must be between 21°C and 32°C.

Re-bonding Moldings

PROCEDURE.

1. Wash the damaged area with soapy solution and wipe dry. Wipe

the panel surface and the contact side of the retainer with a cloth moistened in clean

kerosene or alcohol. If the decorative part of the molding has separated from the attached base (which remains on the body), do not remove the base. Clean the contact surfaces with oil-free kerosene or alcohol.

of the base and the decorative part of the molding.

2. Apply guide tape to the panel to correctly position the molding (if necessary).

3. Apply adhesive to the contact surface of the molding and press the molding onto the panel. When

using Loctite 414 adhesive (or equivalent), hold the molding under load for 30 s or until a strong

joint is formed.

Bonding Moldings

PROCEDURE.

1. Wash the damaged panel with soapy solution and wipe dry. Remove

all adhesive residue from the panel surface and the contact side of the molding using clean oil-free kerosene or alcohol.

2. Mark the molding position on the body panel using the guide

tape. Use the position of the adjacent molding as a reference.

3. If the body panel temperature does not exceed 21°C, heat the panel with

reflector lamps or warm air.

4. Apply acrylic adhesive compound (e.g., 3M brand).

5. Apply the molding to the panel and press firmly.