BLACK OUT TAPE INSTALLATION

Tech Tips


  • Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.

  • The procedure listed below is for the LH side.


  1. REPAIR INSTRUCTION


    1. Clean the vehicle body surface.


      1. Using a heat light, heat the vehicle body surface.

        Heating Temperature
        Item Temperature
        Vehicle Body 40 to 60°C (104 to 140°F)

        Note

        Do not heat the vehicle body excessively.

      2. Wipe off any tape adhesive residue with cleaner.

    2. Installation temperature


      1. When the ambient temperature is below 15°C (59°F), perform the installation procedure after warming the vehicle body surface (installation surface of the door frame) and tape up to between 20 and 30°C (68 and 86°F) using a heat light. When the ambient temperature is above 35°C (95°F), cool the vehicle body surface (installation surface of the door frame) and tape down to between 20 and 30°C (68 and 86°F) prior to installation.

        Tech Tips


        • The most appropriate temperature for installing the tape is 25°C (77°F).

        • When the temperature is low, the tape turns stiff and comes off easily. When the temperature is high, the tape looses elasticity.

    3. Before installation


      1. Remove any coating roughness or dirt on and around the vehicle body surface where the tape will be installed (installation surface of the door frame). If any roughness or dirt remains when pressing the tape onto the surface, air will be trapped under the tape and result in a poor appearance.

        Tech Tips

        Spray water on the shop floor to settle any dust.

    4. Key points for handling the tape


      1. The tape bends and rolls up easily. Store the tape between flat pieces of cardboard or other similar objects and keep it dry and level.

        Note

        Do not bend the tape or leave it in high temperature places.

    5. Key points for installation of the tape (how to use a squeegee and installation procedure for flat surfaces)

      Note


      • Position the tape accurately to achieve a neat finish and to avoid peeling.

      • The tape cannot be reused because it deforms and will not fit any more after being removed.


      1. To avoid air bubbles, slightly raise the part of the tape that is going to be applied so that its adhesive surface does not touch the vehicle body while applying the tape. Tilt the squeegee at 40 to 50° (pressing forward) or 30 to 45° (pulling) to the vehicle body surface and press the tape onto the vehicle body surface with a force of 20 to 30 N (2 to 3 kgf) at a constant slow speed of 3 to 7 cm (1.18 to 2.76 in.) per second.

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        Note

        Be sure to observe the specified pressing speed, force and angle of the squeegee to avoid wrinkles or air bubbles.

        Tech Tips


        • Either angle of the squeegee (pressing forward or pulling) is acceptable.

        • Be sure to apply the tape while removing the release paper 10 to 20 mm (0.394 to 0.787 in.) from the edge of the squeegee.

    6. Key points for installation of the tape (how to use a squeegee and installation procedure for hemmed surfaces)


      1. A01CDVTE01

        If it is difficult to apply the tape, install it in several steps as shown in the illustration. Use your fingers or the padded surface of a squeegee to slowly apply the tape to the hem of the vehicle, especially for a small hem.

        Tech Tips

        When applying tape to the backside of a hem, remove the release paper and use your fingers or the padded surface of a squeegee.

    7. Key points for installation of the tape (how to use a squeegee and installation procedure for corners)


      1. Remove the release paper and apply the tape carefully with your fingers.

      2. Before applying the tape to each corner, heat the tape using a heat light and gradually apply it, avoiding wrinkles on the tape to achieve a neat finish.

    8. Check after installation


      1. After completing the application, check if the tape is applied neatly. If the tape is not applied neatly, reapply using new tape.

        Note

        Do not reuse the tape.

  2. INSTALL FRONT DOOR OUTER BLACK OUT TAPE


    1. A01CG6DE01

      Remove the portion of the front door outer black out tape at the perforation as shown in the illustration.

    2. A01CAY9E01

      Referring to the illustration, position the front door outer black out tape.

      Standard Measurement
      Dimension Measurement

      A

      (Reference)

      		 2 to 4 mm (0.0787 to 0.157 in.)
      B 4 to 6 mm (0.157 to 0.236 in.)
      C 2 to 4 mm (0.0787 to 0.157 in.)

    3. Remove the release paper and apply the tape.

  3. CONNECT FRONT DOOR WEATHERSTRIP


    1. A01CDZI

      Engage the 3 clips and connect the front door weatherstrip.

  4. INSTALL FRONT DOOR WINDOW FRAME MOULDING

    Tech Tips

    When installing the front door window frame moulding, heat the vehicle body and front door window frame moulding using a heat light.

    Heating Temperature
    Item Temperature
    Vehicle Body 40 to 60°C (104 to 140°F)
    Moulding 20 to 30°C (68 to 86°F)

    Note

    Do not heat the vehicle body and front door window frame moulding excessively.


    1. Clean the vehicle body surface.


      1. Using a heat light, heat the vehicle body surface.

      2. Remove the double-sided tape from the vehicle body.

      3. Wipe off any tape adhesive residue with cleaner.

    2. A01CCWME01

      Install a new front door window frame moulding.


      1. Using a heat light, heat the vehicle body and a new front door window frame moulding.

      2. Remove the release paper from the face of the front door window frame moulding.

        Tech Tips

        After removing the release paper, keep the exposed adhesive free from foreign matter.

      3. Engage the 3 clips to install the front door window frame moulding.

  5. INSTALL OUTER REAR VIEW MIRROR ASSEMBLY WITH COVER


    1. A01CDDH

      Engage the claw and install the outer rear view mirror assembly with cover.

    2. Install the 3 nuts.

      Torque:
      8.0 N*m  { 82 kgf*cm, 71 in.*lbf }

    3. Connect the connector.

  6. INSTALL FRONT DOOR INSIDE HANDLE SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A01CDHQ

      Connect the front door lock remote control cable and front door inside locking cable to the front door inside handle sub-assembly.

    2. A01CBN8

      Engage the 2 claws to install the front door inside handle sub-assembly.

  7. INSTALL FRONT DOOR TRIM BOARD SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. for Driver Side with Memory:


      1. Connect the connector.

    2. A01CCLL

      Engage the 12 clips and install the front door trim board sub-assembly to the front door panel.

    3. Install the 2 screws.

  8. INSTALL POWER WINDOW REGULATOR MASTER SWITCH ASSEMBLY WITH FRONT DOOR ARMREST BASE PANEL (for Driver Side)


    1. Connect the connector.

    2. A01CF7S

      Engage the 9 claws to install the power window regulator master switch assembly with front door armrest base panel.

  9. INSTALL POWER WINDOW REGULATOR SWITCH ASSEMBLY WITH FRONT DOOR ARMREST BASE PANEL (for Front Passenger Side)


    1. A01CDUJ

      Connect the connector.

    2. Engage the 9 claws to install the power window regulator switch assembly with front door armrest base panel.

  10. INSTALL FRONT DOOR PULL HANDLE


    1. A01CDYE

      Engage the 3 claws.

    2. Install the front door pull handle with the screw.

    3. A01CCQE

      Engage the claw and close the cover.

  11. INSTALL REFLEX REFLECTOR (w/o Courtesy Light)


    1. Connect the connector.

    2. A01CCM7E03

      Engage the claw to install the reflex reflector.

  12. INSTALL COURTESY LIGHT ASSEMBLY (w/ Courtesy Light)


    1. Connect the connector.

    2. A01CCM7E01

      Engage the claw to install the courtesy light assembly.

  13. INSTALL FRONT DOOR INSIDE HANDLE BEZEL PLUG


    1. A01CBSH

      Engage the 3 claws to install the front door inside handle bezel plug.

  14. INSTALL FRONT DOOR INNER BLACK OUT TAPE


    1. A01CFPOE01

      Referring to the illustration, position the front door outer black out tape.

      Standard Measurement
      Dimension Measurement

      A

      (Reference)

      		 13 mm (0.512 in.)
      B 4.5 mm (0.177 in.)
      C 5 mm (0.197 in.)
      D 10 mm (0.394 in.)

    2. Remove the release paper and apply the tape.

  15. CONNECT FRONT DOOR GLASS RUN


    1. A01CC2Z

      Connect the front door glass run.

  16. INSTALL LOWER DOOR FRAME GARNISH


    1. A01CFQ1

      Engage the 3 clips to install the lower door frame garnish.

  17. INSTALL FRONT DOOR LOWER FRAME BRACKET GARNISH


    1. A01CBQR

      Engage the guide and 2 clips to install the front door lower frame bracket garnish.