Precautionary measures
To prevent injury, the following safety precautions should always be followed:
- Use protective gloves and sleeves.
- Use safety goggles.
Preparation
Before cutting a window with glued glass, loosen and remove all connected parts that are in the cutting area that are at risk, such as trim panels and decorative strips, as well as all electrical connections.
Close all painted areas that are located next to the window.
Trim off any excess glue as this makes it easier to cut the glass.
Secure the vertically positioned windows to prevent them from falling out.
Window glass cutting
Cut along the glue bead in easily accessible places using a cutting tool.
Gently guide the cutting tool around the perimeter of the window, cutting through the bead of adhesive.
Avoid touching the window frame and body flange.
Use special "suction pads", to remove the glass from the window opening.
General preparations for the gluing procedure
Follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Trim the remaining adhesive bead on the metal flange to a residual height of approx. 1 mm. After that, do not touch or clean the cutting surface.
Carefully repair any damage to the paintwork (apply primer and top coat).
Replace window stops if necessary.
Window glass bonding
Apply an even bead of adhesive to the window or body flange.
Insert the glass into the window opening and center it (2 mechanics required).
Check gaps.
NOTE: While the glue on the window is drying, open the windows and doors and do not move the car (slamming doors creates excess pressure that can loosen window fasteners).
Use adhesive tape to prevent the glass from falling out.
Final operations:
Connect all electrical connections and check the correct operation of the elements.
Install the connected elements and check the accuracy and reliability of fastening.
Perform a visual inspection to ensure that gaps and connections are even.
Completely clean the window glass.
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