Windshield: Service and Repair

Windshield Glass
This is a "Trustmark Authoring Standards (TAS) Repair Procedure"
- TAS style procedures can be identified by steps that have no accompanying step text and the magenta color of the electrical connectors and fasteners such as nuts, bolts, clamps or clips.
- TAS removal and installation procedures use a sequence of color illustrations to indicate the order to be followed when removing/disassembling or installing/assembling a component.
- Many of the TAS procedures will have the installation information within the removal steps.
- The TAS color illustrations use a variety of symbols to indicate important details of the procedures. It is important to understand these symbols in order to properly used the TAS procedures.
Refer to How to Use TAS Procedures and TAS Symbol Glossary at Vehicle | Description and Operation for additional information on these TAS procedures.
For additional information, refer to How to Use TAS Procedures
For additional information, refer to TAS Symbols Glossary
Removal

NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
For additional information, refer to Cowl Vent Screen Service and Repair
For additional information, refer to A-Pillar Trim Panel A-Pillar Trim Panel
For additional information, refer to Rain Sensor Service and Repair




Remove the polyurethane (PU) adhesive cap and heat the PU adhesive for a minimum of 30 minutes.









CAUTION: Protect the surrounding components.

CAUTION: Protect the surrounding paintwork to avoid damage.





WARNING: This step requires the aid of another technician.

Installation






CAUTION: Make sure that the mating faces are clean and free of foreign material.
Prepare the window glass, window glass flange and trimmed PU adhesive in accordance with the instructions included with the PU adhesive kit.





CAUTION: Touching the adhesive surface will impair rebonding.





WARNING: This step requires the aid of another technician.

CAUTION: Make sure that the component is correctly located on the locating dowels.

CAUTION: Make sure that equal pressure is applied to the full length of the component.
If the ambient temperature falls below 10 degrees C, apply warm air (25 degrees C) continuously for 15 minutes.





CAUTION: Make sure that no excess sealant residue is evident.
If water is used as a means for the leak check, then allow sealant to dry before testing.
Spray water around the windshield glass, mark any area that leaks. Dry the windshield glass and sealant before applying additional sealant.





For additional information, refer to Rain Sensor Service and Repair
For additional information, refer to A-Pillar Trim Panel A-Pillar Trim Panel
For additional information, refer to Cowl Vent Screen Service and Repair