How to remove the Lexus logo badge on rear hatch of LX450? (1 Viewer)

[TxnBluDvl]

Sorry, I searched and couldn't find a definitive answer.

I'm looking to remove and reinstall the Lexus logo badge (the oval one) from the rear hatch of my LX450. I know there are two centering nubs on the back. But, is there also adhesive? What's the best way to remove this badge without damaging it -- and how about reinstalling it?

 

[Bambusiero]

Maybe there is a pot metal stud going through a hole, retained on the inside surface with a sheet metal nut?
If you take off the inside panel and reach up there, feel around?

 

[studawg]

Yes there is adhesive. Spray around it with wd40, or the like, and let the adhesive soak for a bit. The WD will break it down. Then take some fishing line behind the emblem and start "sawing" through the adhesive.

 

[Wompom]

I've in the past used a heat gun on LOW for a few minutes to soften the adhesive and then floss or fishing line in a sawing motion to cut the adhesive. Be gentle or you'll break it off.

 

[BILT4ME]

^^^ What he said. Also the two nubs have a rubber grommet around them to seal the hole in the body. There is not a nut on the back of the nubs. It is held on by the adhesive and the rubber grommets on the nubs.

 

[studawg]

Yes, add a little heat and they will come right out with fishing line