3M Protection Wrap Film Product Bulletin

3M™ Protection Wrap Film

Product Bulletin Protection Wrap Film Revision A, April 2024

Application and Installation

NOTE This film is intended for use with dry application techniques only. Never use a wet application method to apply this film. In addition to other 3M bulletins specified in this document, the following bulletins provide details users may need to successfully apply a film. • 3M™ Vehicle Prep for Success Guide • 3M™ Protection Wrap Film Installation Guide • 3M™ Protection Wrap Film Vehicle Maintenance FAQ Pressure-activated Adhesive The pressure activated adhesive on this film offers:

• smooth sliding into position on a substrate; • fast finger tacking to check positioning; and • easy snap-up and repositioning when you need it. The snap-up and reposition feature is lost: • when firm pressure with a squeegee or other application tool is applied;

• at application temperatures above 100  F (38  C) even if only light finger pressure was used for tacking; • if any part of the film is removed from the original liner and reapplied to the same or another liner. Working with Non-Visible Air Release Channels Air release channels are a characteristic of films with 3M™ Comply™ adhesive, allowing trapped air to exit through the edges of the film.

• The channels will be damaged if installers remove and attempt to change liners or reapply the same liner. • For the best results, always work from the center of a film out to the edges to allow trapped air to escape. Maintenance and Cleaning

Detailed vehicle maintenance and cleaning instructions are specified in the 3M™ Protection Wrap Film Vehicle Maintenance FAQ. • The cleaner must be wet, non-abrasive, without solvents, and have a pH value between 6 and 8 (neither strongly acidic nor strongly alkaline). • 3M™ Perfect-It™ Show Car Paste Wax (PN39526) can be applied after film installation. Users must then regularly wash and recoat the surface going forward. • Alternatively, 3M™ Ceramic Coating (PN 39901) or 3M™ Ceramic Boost (PN39905) can be applied for additional hydrophobicity, stain resistance, and easy clean features. • Do NOT use waxes containing dyes, abrasive polishes, and/or rubbing compounds. The abrasive particles will damage the film surface and result in a loss of surface quality. Removal 3M recommends hiring an installation professional for the removal process. Use a heat gun or steamer to aid removal. Remove the film at a 30 to 60 degree angle relative to the surface of the paint.