Side Protector: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Subaru Outback and 2005 Subaru Legacy. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Apply primer to the protector surface where the double-sided tape to be adhered, and then adhere the double-sided tape as shown in Fig 1
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Primer:
3M K-500 or equivalent
Double-sided tape:
3M 5531-5 or equivalent
- Heat the adhering part using a heat lamp.
Body side: 40 - 60°C (104 - 140°F)
Protector side: 20 - 30°C (68 - 86°F)
- Detach the double-sided tape backing sheet, align the clip position, and then adhere to the body using care to avoid air entering.
CAUTION:
To keep the adhesion, do not wash the vehicle within 24 hours from installation.