Applying DataDots

HINT:
To ensure maximum adhesion to the polypropylene and other headlamp surfaces, prepare areas of the light control ECU and headlight assembly for DataDot application as follows:

- Use a medium grit sandpaper or a 60-grit emery cloth to scuff polypropylene surfaces of the headlamp assembly to be marked.

- Scuff in an up/down and side-to-side pattern (crosshatch), NOT a circular pattern.

- Clean the scuffed areas with a damp cloth and then dry.

NOTE:
- The DataDot system uses a clear, water-based adhesive mixed with the DataDots. The DataDot adhesive will dry almost clear.

- Excess material, spills, or runs must be cleaned up with water and a paper cloth towel before the material dries.

- Stir bottle before application to assure maximum DataDot application. Stir the dots from the bottom of the pod to make sure the DataDots are well distributed in the adhesive.




1. Apply the DataDots to the headlamp assembly.

A. Shake the pod of DataDots for approximately 10 seconds before application.

B. Apply the DataDots to the scuffed area of the headlamp assembly as shown in the illustration.




2. Apply the DataDots to the floor.

A. Stick a PIN code label near the frame number (VIN) on the floor under the passenger seat.
NOTE:
Be sure to keep the other PIN code label. You will need to stick the label to the repair order during DataDot PIN Registration.

B. Apply the DataDots to the floor around the frame number (VIN).
NOTE:
Do NOT apply the DataDots to the frame number to keep the numbers legible.

3. Apply the DataDots stickers.




A. Apply the one DataDot sticker to the outside surface (front) corner of each headlamp.




B. Apply one DataDot sticker to both the driver's door and front passenger's door window glass.

NOTE:
Please discard the applicator and pod after use. Reusing an applicator will "cross contaminate" (mix up) the DataDots between vehicles (only 1 DataDot kit should be used per vehicle). Wait for the DataDot adhesive to "touch dry".

- The DataDot adhesive is dry-to-the-touch in approximately 20 minutes.

- The DataDot adhesive fully cures in 72 hours. If the DataDots are inadvertently spilt, please wipe up with a damp cloth immediately. To speed up drying time, apply hot air from a heat gun held a distance of 8 inches (20.3 cm).