Stargazer's MPV @ istargazer.ca
2002 Mazda MPV ES

Additions and Modifications

Removed Trim Level Badge
June 6, 2002

Before

After

Procedure:

1. Use fishing line to carefully cut the double-sided behind the badge.
2. Use hair dryer to gently heat the remaining tape still stuck on the body. The heat softens the tape and makes it easier to remove with your fingers.
3. Use Goo Gone (or something similar) to remove any glue residue.

Completed Look

Notes:

• Make sure the area around the badge is clean, otherwise you risk scratching the paint.

• In the past, I've used dental floss instead of fishing line to remove other badges, but I find that it breaks too easily.

• You might find it easier on your hands if you wear gloves while pulling the fishing line.

• Goo Gone actually removes the wax on the vehicle, too, so you should make sure to reapply a new coat to protect the vehicle.

• I wanted to remove all the badges on the rear trunk (except the Mazda Logo) for a really clean look, but unfortunately, only the "ES" badge was stuck on with double-sided tape. Both "MPV" and "MAZDA" are bolted on and would require filling and painting the holes to make it look good.