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 How to Use TAS Procedures
For additional information, refer to TAS Symbol Glossary TAS Symbols Glossary
Removal

CAUTION: Always protect paintwork and glass when removing exterior components.

CAUTION: Always protect the interior components when removing body glass.

CAUTION: Lay the glass on felt covered supports. Do not stand on edge as this can cause chips which subsequently develop into cracks.

NOTE:
The following equipment is required: l Cutting wire and handles l Kent knife l Glazing knife l Windshield replacement kit l Sealant applicator gun l Suction cups l A felt covered table or stand to support glass

NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

NOTE:
Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the essential information is always correct.
For additional information, refer to Cowl Vent Screen Service and Repair

NOTE:
The procedure must be carried out on both sides.
For additional information, refer to A-Pillar Trim Panel Pillar Trim
For additional information, refer to Rain Sensor Service and Repair
Prepare the PU adhesive in accordance with the instructions included with the PU adhesive kit.

















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.

NOTE:
Install new spacers.
1 Modify the nozzle to achieve a bead section in the shape of a right angle triangle with a base of 8 mm and a vertical height of 12 mm.





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.
With assistance, install and align the windshield glass.
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

NOTE:
The procedure must be carried out on both sides.
For additional information, refer to A-Pillar Trim Panel Pillar Trim
For additional information, refer to Cowl Vent Screen Service and Repair