Contents: Removal ⇩ Installation ⇩
Removal
1. Remove the interior rearview mirror. Refer to procedure: Interior Rearview Mirror (501-09 Rearview Mirrors, Removal and Installation).
2. Remove the A-pillar trim panels. Refer to procedure: A-Pillar Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim, Removal and Installation).
3. Remove the mixing chamber panel. Refer to procedure: Mixing Chamber (412-01 Climate Control, Removal and Installation).
4. Disconnect the heated windshield electrical connectors (if equipped).
5.
- Thread the glazing wire through the windshield under the weatherstrip.
- Thread the glazing wire through the windshield sealant and into the vehicle.
6. Working from inside the vehicle, cut the windshield sealant using glazing wire.
WARNING: Wear protective gloves and glasses.
CAUTION: To avoid damage, protect surrounding paintwork.
Installation
1. Apply etching primer to all exposed metal areas.
2. Apply primer over the etching primer.
3. Apply glass primer to the windshield sealant surface and allow it to cure.
4. Apply the activator to the old windshield sealant and allow it to cure.
5. Install the nozzle with the prepared cut onto the cartridge with sealant, remove the cap, shake out the solid particles and install the cartridge on the gun for applying sealant.
6. Adjust the nozzle to obtain a bead of sealant with a regular triangle in cross-section, having a base of 8 mm and a height of 12 mm.
7. Apply a continuous bead of sealant to the windshield.
8. Install the glass with assistance.
CAUTION: Make sure that the electrical connectors for the heated windshield foil are tucked under the bodywork collection chamber panel to avoid contact with the windshield wiper linkage.
9. Apply light pressure to the window glass to seal it against the sealant.
10. Secure the windshield in place with adhesive tape.
11. Connect the electrical connectors for the heated windshield (if equipped).
12. Check the tightness of the joint, apply more sealant if necessary. If water is used for testing, do not test until the sealant has dried. Direct a stream of water at the glass and check for leaks. Mark the location of the leaks. Dry the glass and sealant, then apply more sealant.
13. Install the collection chamber panel. Refer to procedure: Mixing Chamber (412-01 Climate Control, Removal and Installation).
14. Install the A-pillar trim panels. Refer to procedure: A-Pillar Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim, Removal and Installation).
15. Install the interior rearview mirror. Refer to procedure: Interior Rearview Mirror (501-09 Rearview Mirrors, Removal and Installation).
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