Badge (Emblem)

Some badges show the engine, drive type or trim level. On many modern cars the front badge covers a radar sensor for adaptive cruise and emergency braking. Some owners remove rear badges for a cleaner look, called debadging. Replacement badges are often sold with ready-cut adhesive tape that matches the original position.

Badges are held by adhesive tape or clips through holes in the panel.

Use gentle heat and fishing line to remove glued badges without scratching the paint. Do not cover or replace a radar badge with a non-approved part; the sensor may stop working.