SECTION 501-08: Exterior Trim and Ornamentation
2014 Flex Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Procedure revision date: 05/02/2013

Applique — Front, Rear Door

Removal

  1. Remove the outer belt moulding.
  1. NOTE: The rear door front applique is held on by double-sided tape from the rearward edge of the applique and by trim clips near the center of the applique. The forward most edge rolls over the door frame sheet metal.

    Starting at the upper rearward corner of the applique, insert a suitable removal tool between the applique and the door frame.
  1. Determine the location of the double-sided tape. Carefully spread spray-on adhesive cleaner down the space between the applique and door frame. Allow the cleaner to set for several minutes.
  1. Begin removing the applique, spraying additional adhesive cleaner as needed.

Installation

  1. Remove all remaining adhesive tape on the mating surfaces of the door and apply new adhesive tape.
  1. NOTE: Make sure the rearward edge of the applique is underneath the glass run lip.

    Install the window applique on the edge of the door, engage the groove then gently press down to engage the clips and tape.
  1. Install the outer belt moulding.