Re: Badges and Protection

Certainly wrote:

> Aaron Hsu <arcf...@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> wrote:
> >
> > I have a 2005 9-3 Linear and the badge on the vehicle's trunk has been
> > damaged and is now off the car. Is this bad for the vehicle? I notice
> > two holes where the badge fits in, but I can't determine if inside
these
> > holes the car may be susceptible to damage from moisture or the like?
> > How soon should I get it replaced, or does it need to be replaced?
>
>
> Anywhere moisture and dirt can gather and not be removed is a
> potential for corrosion. The choice is yours. If it is under warranty,
> I would contact your dealer for a replacement. They run around $60 for
> the part, and it just presses on with double-sided tape that is on it.
> The two holes are for alignment.

Less than $60 from independents. They do seem to be second sourced which
may
actually mean a better made part in this case.

Graham