Windshield: Service and Repair

SPECIAL TOOL(S)

REMOVAL
1. Remove the cowl top vent panel.

WARNING: SAFETY GLASSES AND GLOVES MUST BE WORN TO PREVENT INJURY. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.







2. Remove the LH and RH interior visors.
1. Remove the screws.
2. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
3. Remove the clips.







3. Remove the LH and RH windshield side garnish mouldings.
4. Remove the overhead console.







5. Remove the instrument panel defroster opening grille.
^ If equipped, disconnect the sunload sensor electrical connector.

6. Remove the interior rear view mirror.
7. Partially drop the headliner near the windshield opening and block with suitable material.








8. Using the special tool, cut the adhesive. Refer to the manufacturer instructions when using the tool.

CAUTION: Cover the instrument panel to prevent possible damage.







9. Remove the windshield and molding assembly using a suitable suction tool and place on a stable work surface.
10. Check the pinch weld sealing area for damaged sheet metal rust or foreign objects which may cause glass breakage. Repair the metal if necessary.

INSTALLATION
1. Apply Urethane Metal Primer ESB-M2G-234A or equivalent to any exposed or damaged metal or the pinch weld.

NOTE: A minimum of ten minutes is required for the primer surface to dry.

2. Clean the windshield glass with a non-alcohol based window cleaner.
3. Dryfit the replacement windshield glass to the body.
^ Place the windshield glass on the existing urethane bed on the pinch weld.
^ Center the windshield glass in the opening.
^ Adjust the windshield stops.
^ Mark the windshield glass alignment on the glass and the body.
^ Remove the windshield glass from the vehicle and place it hack on the work table.







4. Trim any remaining urethane on the pinch weld to within 1.0 and 2.0 mm (0.04 and 0.08 inch) thickness.

NOTE: Clean the area around the existing urethane prior to trimming.

5. Using a wool applicator, wipe the interior glass edge with Urethane Glass Prep WSB-M5B280-C 21 mm (0.8 inch) wide along the top and sides and 70 mm (2.75 inch) wide along the bottom. Wipe off the glass prep and repeat the glass prep application.

NOTE: Wipe off the Urethane Glass Prep WSB-M5B280-C or equivalent immediately after application because it flash dries. Two coats of the Urethane Glass Prep must be applied.

6. Thoroughly shake and stir the Urethane Glass Primer WSR-M2G314-B or equivalent to make sure of even pigmentation.

7. Using a clean wool applicator, apply primer to the interior glass edges 21 mm (0.8 inch) along the top and sides and 70 mm (2.75 inch) wide along the bottom.

NOTE: Allow a minimum of five minutes for the glass primer to dry.







8. Install the instrument panel defrosted opening grille.
^ If equipped, connect the sunload sensor electrical connector.







9. Apply the new Urethane Adhesive WSB-M2G316-B or equivalent in an even bead onto the existing urethane on the pinch weld. The bead should be triangular in shape.

NOTE:
^ Leave a door window slightly open until the adhesive is cured.
^ Apply the new urethane on top of the existing material on the pinch weld.

10. Install the interior rear view mirror.
11. Install the windshield glass on the pinch weld.
^ Align the windshield glass to the body using the alignment marks.
^ Install the windshield glass on the pinch weld.
12. Install the cowl top vent panel.
13. Position the headliner.
14. In stall the overhead console.







15. Install the LH and RH interior visors.
1. Install the clips.
2. Connect the electrical connector.
3. Install the screws.







16. Install the LH and RH windshield garnish mouldings.
17. Check the windshield installation for air or water leaks through the urethane seal.