Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Exterior/Interior Trim: Protector: Installation
- Apply primer to original side protector (if used), and attach two-sided tape to side protectors as shown.
Two-sided tape:
- Thickness; 1.2 mm (0.047 in)
- Width; 5 mm (0.20 in)
Recommended primer:
- SUMITOMO 3MK-500 or equivalent
Recommended two-sided tape:
- SUMITOMO 3M4210 or equivalent
- Using an infrared lamp, heat body panel to 40 to 60°C (104 to 140°F) and rear surface of side protector to 20 to 30°C (68 to 86°F).
- Remove tack paper from two-sided paper. While aligning clips with holes in body panel, attach two-sided tape to side protector and body panel with a force of more than 49 N (5 kg, 11 Ib) with roller. Do not allow air to enter mating surface of the two.
- To maintain adhesive power, do not wash the vehicle for 24 hours after tape application.
- Push clip in securely using hands.
(To prevent deformation, do not use excessive force.)
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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