Replacing moldings
The moldings are fixed to the body elements with plastic clips.
1. Separate the molding by hand or with a wide plastic wedge.
2. As a rule, when separating moldings, plastic fillers are removed together with brackets. Therefore, first remove the bushings from the pins and insert them into the holes of the corresponding body elements.
3. Straighten bent moldings before reinstalling them.
4. Then straighten the molding with brackets and fix it in accordance with the holes. If necessary, insert the pins with palm strokes.
Replacing the company emblem of the model on the trunk lid
5. Separate the branded emblem of the model from the body with a thin nylon thread (fishing line) and remove. To make it easier, lubricate the thread with detergent and fasten wooden blocks at both ends. Lightly heat the emblem with a hair dryer.
6. Remove adhesive residue with alcohol or a cleaner such as "3M Adhesive Cleaner".
7. Heat the new emblem with a hair dryer to a temperature of about +50°C, remove the protective paper, straighten it and press firmly for about 10 seconds.
BMW emblem replacement
8. Carefully remove the BMW emblem with a screwdriver, place a rag to protect the paintwork.
9. For better adhesion, apply body sealant before installing under the emblem.