PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS
THOROUGHLY BEFORE PRECEDING
We have provided complete
instructions and in most applications specific hardware,3M tape, and
specialized brackets or braces. The list of these items is listed on
page two of the Instructions.
-Before starting please verify that they are included with the
shipment.
Also verify that
you received the correct Xenon part. All part numbers are embossed on
the inside of the part. The list of part(s) is noted at the bottom of
the page.
Tools & general
materials required: #7447 Scotchbrite pads, TSP, or TING cleaners,
sandpaper, various hand tools, drill, 7/64" and 1/2" drill
bits, 3M 4298 adhesion promotor.
THERE ARE FOUR
PHASES TO MOST INSTALLATIONS:
- Removal of factory
parts that might interfere with the installation and TEST FIT
the parts.
- Preparation of the
parts for paint - and painting.
- Installation of the
3M tape (if applicable).
- Installation of the
parts.
PHASE 1) REMOVAL
& TEST FIT
- REMOVE the tow hooks
(if equipped), the driving lights (if equipped), the factory plastic
lower fascia and it's male and female fastners.
- TEST FIT the parts to verify excellent hit-
outline their location with a grease pencil if required.
DO NOT PREP, DRILL, OR PAINT THE PARTS
UNTIL THIS IS DONE.
| NOTE : |
Occasionally,
our parts might seem to be slightly distorted upon test fit. If
so, place them in the sun face up (if a warm day) or in
a warm area for an hour or more.
Our urethane formula does have a considerable "memory"
and they should return to their original as manufactured shape. |
PHASE 2) PREPARATION
OF PART FOR PAINTING& PAINT (if applicable)
- CLEAN the paintable surfaces and tape ledge surfaces
with TSP or TING with water and #74476 Scotchbirte pads. Our parts
have a wax based mold release and when the parts have been properly
cleaned they will be a dull gray color (not black or shiny).
- SAND the visable edges of the parts as needed (usually
w/ 180 or 220 sandpaper).
- SAND all paintable surfaces with 320 wet - rinse
well - let parts dry.
- WIPE down with a wax & grease remover such
as RM900.
- PRIME the parts with a ATALIZED primer such as
Dupont's "Europrimt" or equivalent.
- SAND primered surfaces with 600 sandpaper and FILLO
any slight imperfections or pin holes with "Evercoat" glazing
putty or a catalized putty and sand smooth.
- WIPE down with RM900 or 3M8983.
- PAINT the parts following the paint manufacture's
process and recommendations.
- DO NOT oven back our parts above 130 and they should
be well supported during this heat cycle.
FOR FENDER
FLARES -
If you desire a non-gloss black paint finish you might consider DUPONT
"Black Vinyl" paint, #305 Medium.
PHASE 3) INSTALLATION
OF THE 3M TAPE
- WIPE tape ledge with Acetone
or MEK
- SCRATCH the tape ledge with 80 grit sandpaper.
Then wipe the same surface with MEK followed by the 3M #4298 adhesion
promotor.
- APPLY the tape, making sure to pull it slightly
, V cut as necessary going around curved areas and PRESS the tape
on with the handle part of scissors.
- ALLOW the part to set with the tape applied for
an hour or more in a warm area - this will help the curring process
of the tape adhesive.
PHASE 4) INSTALLATION
OF THE PART (perform in a warm area above 70 degrees)
- CLEAN
the vehicle surface where the tape will contact with MEK followed
by 3M4298 adhesion promotor.
- PULL up a corner of the ends of the red tape backing
so that it is cisible outsifde the edge of the part.
- PLACE the part in its correct porition, pull the
red backing thom the tape 90 degrees from the edge of the part and
stick the party by applying pressure where the tape is. It is helpful
to pull the center part of the air dam outward and slightly.
- INSTALL the #8 screws providied into the edge of
the air dam where our part wraps around as shown in the illustration
above.
- INSTALL the 5/16 x 3/4" bolt, washers and
nut into the upper opening of the outer sleeve or light opening onto
the bumper immediately above - or - do the same while installing the
lights as discussed in these instructions above.
| Sources
for referenced materials: |
| |
- MEK
(Methel Ethyl Ketone) can usually be purchased at a hardware store.
- Scotch-Brite, glazing putty and TING can be purchased from automotive
paint supply stores.
- TSP is usually available at you local grocery store located in
the cleaners section. |
| HARDWARE
PROVIDED: |
| |
8' 3M
1/2 x .060" Tape
4- #8 x 3/4" screws
2- 3M4298 Adhesion promoter pillow packs
2- 5/16 x 3/4" bolt
2- 5/16 nylon lock nut
4- 5/16" ID washer
2- 3 x 3" w/ 2 Tab light light bracket (for stock lights)
4 - M5 x 16mm bolt
4- M5 nuts
4- M5 lock washers |
FOR PART NUMBER(S):
4181 or 4191 Air Dams
DATE: July 3, 2000