Subaru BRZ 2013 · Service Manual Exterior body & electrical

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.
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)
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.
(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.
(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
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.