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Windshield, Servicing and Assembly Overview






Flush Bonded Windows


Windshield, Servicing

Before replacing windshield, see if it is possible to repair the glass.

Windshield Assembly Overview





1 Windshield

Removing and installing windshield, refer to --> [ Windshield ] Flush Bonded Windows

2 Dimension - a - = 4 mm

3 Sealing lip

Due to the narrow gap to edge of roof, damage to the sealing lip cannot be avoided. If the windshield is to be reinstalled, a so-called service sealing lip has been developed.

4 PUR adhesive sealant

Bead cross section: width = 8 mm height = 12 mm (including excess material on the window glass and window flange)

Minimum curing time, refer to --> [ Minimum Curing Time ] Flush Bonded Window Installation Information and Minimum Curing Time

5 Window adjuster

To achieve a uniform gap dimension.

6 Plenum Chamber Cover

Clipped

The plenum chamber cover must be pulled off windshield seal by hand only.

Plenum Chamber Cover, Removing and Installing, refer to --> [ Plenum Chamber Cover ] Flush Bonded Windows

7 Binding profile

Is a part of the windshield

8 Drip rail

Clipped

The water deflector may be removed by hand only.