2004 Nissan-Datsun Sentra SE-RFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Out Side Moulding: Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Lexus ES 330. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

HINT:

  • Installation is in the reverse order of removal. But the installation is indicated only when it has a point.
  • In the RH side, work in the same procedure as in the LH side.
  1. REMOVE OUT SIDE MOULDING 
    1. Using a heat light, heat the body moulding to 40 -60°C (104 -140°F).
      NOTE: Do not heat moulding excessively.
    2. Tie both piano wire ends to a wooden block or a similar object.
    3. Scrape the adhesive tape off by pulling the piano wire as shown in Fig 1.
      4. Fig 1: Scraping Adhesive Tape
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    NOTE:
    • If reusing the moulding, take care not to damage the moulding.
    • Do not damage the body.
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