2026-08-09

Plaid Letter Badge (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 12054202 0.12 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and its associated FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure proper PPE is worn when performing the below procedure.

Remove

  1. Cut the badge removal kit wire, and then tie slip knots onto both handles as required.
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Badge removal kit - 1453028-00-A
    • Scissors
    • Tape measure metric/inch
  2. Feed the wire back and forth to separate the plaid letter badge from the liftgate surface, and then remove the badge from the vehicle.
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Badge removal kit - 1453028-00-A
  3. Use IPA wipes to remove old adhesive residue from the liftgate surface area. Allow 1 minute dry time.
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • IPA wipes

Install

  1. Open the liftgate.
  2. If necessary, install the new plaid letter badge with film on the badge alignment tool, and then perform a dry fit check.
    Note
    The badge alignment tool will line up along the RH bottom corner of the liftgate.
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • MS DM performance badge jig - 1506917-00-A
  3. Peel off the adhesive backing film from the new plaid letter badge, and then install the badge on the badge alignment tool.
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • MS DM performance badge jig - 1506917-00-A
  4. Install the new plaid letter badge on the liftgate.
    Note
    Apply pressure and allow each letter to fully adhere to the liftgate.
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • MS DM performance badge jig - 1506917-00-A
  5. Remove the alignment tool from the plaid letter badge.
    Note
    The front film will lift with the alignment tool.
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • MS DM performance badge jig - 1506917-00-A
  6. Install the front film on the plaid letter badge, use a seam roller to apply pressure and allow each letter to fully adhere to the liftgate, and then remove the film from the badge.
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Seam roller - 1049517-00-A
  7. Close the liftgate.
  8. Visually inspect the plaid letter badge and verify proper installation. Wipe away any contamination.