Roof drip side finish molding
Components Removal / installation
BODY EXTERIOR
ROOF DRIP SIDE FINISH MOLDING
EXPLODED VIEW

REMOVAL
NOTE:
The following procedure is for LH side. Perform the same procedures for the RH and LH side.
1. Removal of the roof drip side finish molding CTR LH
(1) Release the 2 clips, and remove the roof drip side finish molding CTR LH.
CAUTION:
·Do not remove the roof drip side finish molding clip.
·If the roof drip side finish molding clip is damaged, replace it with a spare roof drip side finish molding clip.
·If the roof drip side finish molding clip is damaged, replace it with a spare roof drip side finish molding clip.
INSTALLATION
NOTE:
The following procedure is for LH side. Perform the same procedures for the RH and LH side.
1. Replacement of the roof drip side finish molding clip
CAUTION:
·When installing the roof drip side finish molding clip, peel off any double-sided tape remaining on the body installation surface, and clean the body side.
·The primer for use is included in the 3M DP-100. (It is described as having primer, but because it is a 2-liquid type adhesive, don't let the primer dry)
·The primer for use is included in the 3M DP-100. (It is described as having primer, but because it is a 2-liquid type adhesive, don't let the primer dry)
NOTE:
Because it is a 2-liquid type adhesive, after mixing the 2 liquids in a separate container, it is possible to apply to the adhesive surface and attach.
(1) Using an industrial dryer, loosen the roof drip side finish molding clip.
CAUTION:
In cases where the hot air from the dryer might cause discoloration in the paint, use a dryer with a narrow tip diameter.
(2) While blowing hot air on it, remove the roof drip side finish molding clip with needle-nose pliers or something similar.
CAUTION:
Do not damage the painted surface with the edge of the roof drip side finish molding clip.
(3) While blowing hot air from the dryer on the tape left on the body, use a bamboo paddle or something similar to remove the tape.
(4) Clean the area from which the tape has been removed.
(5) Apply 3M DP-100 to a mat board, and mix the 2 liquids.
(6) Uniformly apply 0.5 mm of the mixed 3M DP-100 on the new roof drip side finish molding clip.
Captions in illustration
| *1 |
Mixed 3M DP-100 |
| *a |
Uniformly apply 0.5 mm |
CAUTION:
When the sealant was applied during body repair, level the sealant in the vicinity of the clip installation area.
(7) Use the accessory brush to apply the primer to the body where the roof drip side finish molding clip is installed.
CAUTION:
Do not let the primer dry.
(8) Press the 2 roof drip side finish molding clips firmly to install them.
(9) Reference the position in the figure, then immediately after applying primer, apply the clip to the roof panel, and make it so that they lightly rub together. After the adhesive and the primer have been blended, set the positioning, and press firmly.

Captions in illustration
| *1 |
Outer side panel |
*2 |
Roof panel |
(10) The installation of the roof drip side finish molding CTR LH is performed once 40 minutes or more have passed since application.
NOTE:
·Initial hardening time- 40 minutes
·Complete hardening time- 24 hours
·Complete hardening time- 24 hours
2. Installation of the roof drip side finish molding CTR LH
(1) Fit in the front clip, and temporarily install the roof drip side finish molding CTR LH.
(2) While pushing the roof drip side finish molding CTR LH towards the body, install it.
(3) Fit in the rear clip, and install the roof drip side finish molding CTR LH.