Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Manual - part 2259

Fig. 16: View Of Endgate Emblem and Nameplate (Cheyenne LT LS) 
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Callout

Component Name

1

Endgate Nameplate/Emblem (LT) 

Procedure 

1. Use a J 25070 or equivalent to remove the old nameplate. Clean all the adhesive 

residue from the endgate, wipe the surface dry with a clean lint-free towel prior to 
installing new nameplate.  

2. When removing protective liners from adhesive backed nameplates, be careful not to 

touch the tape with hands and do not allow the tape to come in contact with dirt or 
any foreign matter prior to adhesion.  

3. Close the endgate prior to installing the new nameplate/emblem to the endgate.  

NOTE:

Refer to Exterior Trim Emblem Removal Notice .

 

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 

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ENDGATE EMBLEM/NAMEPLATE REPLACEMENT (CHEVROLET) 

Fig. 17: View Of Endgate Emblem and Nameplate (Chevrolet) 
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP. 

4. Remove the protective liner from the back side of the adhesive tape.  

5. Align the nameplate/emblem to the endgate and press to ensure full adhesion is made. 

2

Endgate Nameplate/Emblem (LS) 

Procedure 

1. Use a J 25070 or equivalent to remove the old nameplate/emblem. Clean all the 

adhesive residue from the endgate, wipe the surface dry with a clean lint-free towel 
prior to installing new nameplate.  

2. When removing protective liners from adhesive backed nameplates/emblems, be 

careful not to touch the tape with hands and do not allow the tape to come in contact 
with dirt or any foreign matter prior to adhesion.  

3. Close the endgate prior to installing the new nameplate/emblem to the endgate.  

4. Remove the protective liner from the back side of the adhesive tape.  

5. Align the nameplate/emblem to the endgate and press to ensure full adhesion is made. 

NOTE:

Refer to Exterior Trim Emblem Removal Notice .

Callout

Component Name

 

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ENDGATE EMBLEM/NAMEPLATE REPLACEMENT (TUF) 

Fig. 18: View Of Endgate Emblem and Nameplate (TUF)

1

Endgate Nameplate 

Procedure 

1. The part and surface should be 21°C (70°F) prior to installation. The vehicle should 

remain 21°C (70°F) for one hour after assembly to allow adhesive to develop 
sufficient bond strength.  

2. Use a J 25070 Heat Gun or equivalent to remove the old nameplate. Clean all 

adhesive from bodyside panel and wipe the surface dry with a clean lint-free towel 
prior to installing the new name plate.  

3. When removing protective liners from the adhesive tape, be careful not to touch tape 

with hands and do not allow tape to come in contact with dirt or any foreign matter 
prior to adhesion.  

4. Using the palm of the hand, wet out the name plate to the body side and ensure full 

adhesion of the nameplate is made.  

NOTE:

Refer to Exterior Trim Emblem Removal Notice .

 

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2008 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & 

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RADIATOR GRILLE REPLACEMENT (CHEVROLET) 

Callout

Component Name

1

Endgate Nameplate 

Procedure 

1. The part and surface should be 21°C (70°F) prior to installation. The vehicle should 

remain 21°C (70°F) for one hour after assembly to allow adhesive to develop 
sufficient bond strength.  

2. Use a J 25070 Heat Gun or equivalent to remove the old nameplate. Clean all 

adhesive from the endgate and wipe the surface dry with a clean lint-free towel prior 
to installing the new name plate.  

3. When removing protective liners from the adhesive tape, be careful not to touch tape 

with hands and do not allow tape to come in contact with dirt or any foreign matter 
prior to adhesion.  

4. Using the palm of the hand, wet out the name plate to the endgate and ensure full 

adhesion of the nameplate is made.  

NOTE:

Refer to Exterior Trim Emblem Removal Notice .

 

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 

2008 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & 

Silverado

  

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