Contents: Removal ⤓ Installation ⤓
Removal
− Before you begin removing parts, perform the following operations:
- a) Remove the windshield wiper pads.
- b) Remove the front pillar trim,
- c) Remove the ceiling trim.
− The parts are removed in the order of the numbers indicated in the figure "Removing the windshield".
Removal the windshield.1 - windshield, 2 - upper windshield molding, 3 - side windshield molding, 4 - stopper, 5 - trim.
- When removing parts, pay attention to the windshield removal operation:
- a) To protect the paintwork of the car body from scratches and damage, cover the car body surfaces around the windshield with fabric protective tape.
- b) Cut the windshield molding with a knife.
- c) Using a sharp, thin drill, drill a hole through the adhesive layer.
d) Pass a steel string through this hole.
d) Using a steel wire like a hacksaw, saw through the layer of glue around the entire perimeter of the glass.
Caution: Do not allow the steel wire to touch the edge of the windshield.
e) Apply alignment marks to the body opening and windshield.
g) Using a special tool, remove the windshield.
h) Using a knife, remove the remains of the old glue around the entire perimeter of the body opening to a thickness of no more than 2 mm.
i) Sand the edges of the body opening flanging to remove sharp burrs.
Attention:
- Be careful not to remove more old glue than necessary.
- Be careful not to damage the painted surfaces of the car body with the knife; in case of damage, touch up with paint from the repair kit or treat with an anti-corrosion compound.
k) When installing a used windshield, completely clean its surface from the remains of old glue and wash it with isopropyl alcohol.
l) Clean the surfaces of the body opening in the same way.
Caution: Dry the cleaned surfaces for 3 minutes or longer before proceeding with the following operations. Do not touch the cleaned surfaces.
Installation
− Installation of parts is carried out in the reverse order of removal.
* When installing the parts, pay attention to the installation operation of the windshield, moldings, stopper and trim.
a) When replacing the windshield, temporarily place it against the body opening and apply alignment marks to the glass and body.
b) Clean (degrease) the edge on the inside of the windshield and the flanging of the body opening with isopropyl alcohol.
c) Wet the sponge in the primer and apply the primer in an even layer to the glass and the body opening in the places indicated in the figure "Removing the windshield".
d) After applying the primer, dry the surface for 3 - 30 minutes.
Attention:
- Gaunt strengthens the adhesive bond, so it is necessary to apply it evenly in a thin layer around the entire perimeter. However, keep in mind that too thick a layer of primer will weaken the adhesive bond.
- Do not touch primed surfaces.
d) Install the glass trim and make sure that the trim fits tightly to the inner surface of the glass and that there are no bends. Install the stopper and the glass trim on the windshield as shown in the figure "Location of windshield stoppers and trims".
Location of glass fasteners and overlays.
e) Install the windshield moldings onto the windshield.
g) Within 30 minutes of applying the primer, fill the sealant gun container with glue and apply a layer of glue evenly around the entire perimeter of the glass.
Note: To make it easier to apply the glue, cut the tip of the tube into a "V" shape.
h) After applying the glue, align the installation marks on the glass and the body opening (lightly press the glass evenly along the entire perimeter for complete adhesion).
i) Remove excess squeezed out adhesive with a spatula and wipe the surface with isopropyl alcohol.
k) After completing this operation (after installing the windshield), try not to move the car until the glue has hardened.
l) After attaching the windshield to the vehicle body, wait 30 minutes or more and then test the adhesive bond for leaks.
Attention:
- - Do not move the car from its place unless absolutely necessary. If it is necessary to move the car from its place, it should be done carefully.
- - When checking the tightness of the adhesive joint, do not squeeze the hose tip to create a strong stream of water.
- After completing the installation of the parts, perform the following operations:
a) Install ceiling trim.
b) Install the front pillar trim.
c) Install the windshield wiper pads.