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Removal Procedure

Important:  Protect the applique with heavy material tape in order to avoid damaging the underlying paint finish or applique. Do not use a pointed or a sharp instrument for the removal of the applique.

  1. Remove the window outer belt sealing strip. Refer to Sealing Strip Replacement - Front Door Window Belt Outer .
  2. Remove the center of the rivets using a center punch.
    Fig 1: Removing Rivets Center Using Center Punch
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  3. Drill out the rivets from the front door frame applique.
    Fig 2: Drilling Out Front Door Frame Applique Rivets
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  4. Remove the frame applique from the front door.
    Fig 3: Removing Front Door Frame Applique
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