Side Air Dam - Lancer Evolution Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X

Scheme 48

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Gently lift and remove the side air dam. If there is any double-sided tape remaining on the side air dam, remove according to the following instructions.

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Scheme 51

1. Remove double-sided tape remaining on the body surface (when replacing side air dam). Attach protection tape all the way along the edges of the double-sided tape which is still adhering to the body. Scrape off the double-sided tape with a resin spatula as possible. Peel off the protection tape. Use a shop towel moistened with 3M™ AAD Part number 8906 or equivalent to wipe the body.
2. Remove double-sided tape remaining on side air dam and adhere double-sided tape (when re-using side air dam). Scrape off the double-sided tape on the side air dam with a resin spatula as much as possible. Wipe the side air dam surface and clean it with a rag moistened with 3M™ AAD Part number 8906 or equivalent. Remove only a small amount of the residual adhesive. Apply the primer as specified on the residual adhesive. Adhere the double-sided tape as specified on the side air dam.

Scheme 52

1. Tear off the double-sided tape backing paper. NOTE: Attach the adhesive tape to the edge of the backing paper makes the backing paper tear off easier.
2. Install the side air dam. NOTE: If the double-sided tape is difficult to affix in cold temperature, etc., warm the bonding surfaces of the body and side air dam to about 40 - 60°C (104 - 140°F) before affixing the tape.
3. Firmly press in the side air dam to the body.