Removing adhesive attached body side moldings requires the use of which tools?

• A. Heat Gun and Putty Knife
• B. Hammer and Chisel
• C. Razor Blade and Solvent
• D. Heat Gun Only

Answer: (A)

To remove adhesive-attached body side moldings, you need to soften the adhesive and then carefully pry the molding away without scratching the paint. A heat gun warms the tape so the adhesive becomes pliable, and a putty knife (or plastic scraper) lets you gently lift the molding off the panel while the adhesive is soft. This combination reduces the chance of gouging or tearing the paint compared to other tools. Using only a heat gun can leave adhesive stubbornly attached or not give you a clean release; a hammer and chisel can easily nick or dent the surface; a razor blade and solvent can scratch the paint and may not fully separate the molding; solvents alone may be slow and ineffective for cured adhesive.