SPECIAL TOOL
SPECIAL TOOL TOOL TOOL NUMBER AND NAME SUPERSESSION APPLICATION MB990528 Stripe tape spatula General service tool Installation of door sash tape
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Required Special Tool
- MB990528: Stripe Tape Spatula
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| CAUTION | Pay attention to keep from getting burned by hot door panel or tapes. |
- Use a hair drier to warm the tape.
- Peel the tip of the tape with your finger, and then peel off the tape in parallel with the application surface.
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| CAUTION | The ambient temperature should be 20°C (68°F) to 30°C (86°F). Ensure that the working area is clean. Ideally, the tape application should be done at ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). If ambient temperature is less than 15°C (59°F), heat the tape and application surface to a temperature of 20°C (68°F) to 30°C (86°F). If ambient temperature is 35°C (95°F) or higher, cool down them. The adhesive property of the tape is deteriorated at low temperature, so the tape may come loose easily. Meanwhile, it gets softened at hot temperature. When beginning to apply the tape, pay particular attention. If the end of the tape cannot be applied to the specified position with an accuracy of less than 1 mm (0.04 in), it may cause the poor appearance or adhesion. Use the special tool MB990528 to apply the tape with a steady pace and pressure. If you do not apply the tape with a steady pace or pressure, or abort the application, a shallow groove (lateral groove called as "Shock line") may be present on the tape surface. Meanwhile, if you apply it too quickly, air bubbles may be formed under the tape. |
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- Wrap a soft cloth (synthetic fiber) around the tip of the special tool.
- Use isopropyl alcohol to degrease the tape application surface.
- Wipe away dirt from the tape.
- Apply the door sash tape according to the procedure below. Position the tape at the upper and lower locating points. Peel of backing strip from the top of the tape and attach it temporarily. Peel off the backing strip to the half length of the tape. Apply the tape using the special tool while peeling off the remaining backing strip. For the rear door sash tape, apply it to plain surface (A). Then apply it to stepped surface (B). Press the folded area of the tape by three stages (60 degrees, 120 degrees, and holding), rolling in toward the vehicle inside direction.