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Windows and Glass: Service Precautions



Minimum Curing Time

CAUTION: Special requirements must be fulfilled for replacing bonded windows. One of these standards for example is, that a freshly bonded windshield must comply with the safety elements, even in an accident, once the adhesive has exceeded the prescribed curing time.

The minimum curing time for 2K adhesive DA 004 600 A2 is 3 hours for all windows.

Curing time means the time from when the window is bonded to when the vehicle is put back into use. During this time, the vehicle must stand on an even surface at room temperature (at least 15 degrees C).

CAUTION: The vehicle is operationally ready only after the minimum curing time has elapsed.