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 1/16" drill
bits, MEK, 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 all fender trim, body side molding,
mud flaps, ect. that might interfere with the installation of the
parts..
- TEST FIT the parts to verify excellent
hit- outline their location with a grease pencil if required.
| NOTE : |
Occasionally,
our parts might seem to be slightly distorted upon test fit.
If so, place them in the sun (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.
Always place our fender flares face side down when doing this
procedure. |
PHASE 2) PREPARATION
OF PART FOR PAINTING& PAINT (if applicable)
- SAND
edges as nexessary
- WASH paintable surfaces and the tape ledge w
/3M #7447 Scothbrite pad, TSP, and warm water.
- SAND the paintable surfaces w/ 320 wet or dry
- at this point the surface should appear to be a dull medium gray
color, not shiny or black.
-CLEAN paintable surfaces with either Dupont 2319S
or Sherwin Williams #R7K157 or #R7K158 or equivalent.
- FILL any slight imperfections, if applicable,
with "Evercoat" glazing putty and sand smoot.
- APPLY masking tape over the inside tape ledge
area.
- APPLY Dupont #2322 or Sherwin Williams P6C61
adhesion promoter or equivalent for painting a flexible polyurethane
type material.
| NOTE : |
Some painters
prefer, after cleaning the surface to apply Dupong "Variprime"
or equivalent, let dry and scuff with the gray Scotchbrite pad
or sand 600, clean and then paint. |
- DO NOT
oven bake our parts above 130 and they should be well supported
during this heat cycle.
PHASE 3) INSTALLATION
OF THE 3M TAPE
- IF any paint overspray appears on the tape
ledge SAND that paint off.
- WIPE tape ledge with Acetone or MEK
- SCRATCH the tape ledge with scotchbrite #7447
and MEK or Acetone. Then wipe the same area w/ MEK followed by the
3M #4298 adhesion promoter or "Probond".
- 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)
- REMOVE
license plate and the 2 small 1/2" black bumper pads at the
bottom of the license plate area.
- CLEAN the vehicle surface where the tape will
contact with MEK, or a wax & grease remover.
- PULL up a corner of the end of the red tape backing
so that it is visible outsifde the edge of the part.
- PLACE the part in its correct position, pull
the red backing from the tape 90 degrees from the edge of the part
and stick the part by applying pressure where the tape is.
- INSTALL the #8 screws providied. Do not overtighten.
| NOTE : |
Some installers
and restylers supplement or use in lieu of the tape and adhesive
such as "Duramix" (Manufactured by Polymer Eng. Copr.,
800.537.9204) |
| 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: |
| |
12'
.060 x 1/2 " 3M Tape
2 - #8 x 3/4" self-taping screws
2 - 3M4298 promoter pillow packs |
FOR PART NUMBER(S):
4198 or 4378 Rear Bumper Cover
DATE: May 12, 2000