Section 54 (Exterior/Interior Trim): Protector: Installation

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Apply primer to original side protector (if used), and attach two-sided tape to side protectors as shown in Fig 1.
Two-sided tape:

Thickness; 1.2 mm (0.047 in)

Width; 5 mm (0.20 in)

Recommended primer:

SUMITOMO 3MK-500 or equivalent

Recommended two-sided tape:

SUMITOMO 3M4210 or equivalent

Fig 1: Attaching Two-Sided Tape To Side Protectors
Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Using an infrared lamp, heat body panel to 40 to 60°C (104 to 140°F) and rear surface of side protector to 20 to 30°C (68 to 86°F).
Remove tack paper from two-sided paper. While aligning clips with holes in body panel, attach two-sided tape to side protector and body panel with a force of more than 49 N (5 kgf, 11 lb) with roller. Do not allow air to enter mating surface of the two.
CAUTION:
- To maintain adhesive power, do not wash the vehicle for 24 hours after tape application.
- Push clip in securely using hands.
  (To prevent deformation, do not use excessive force.)