Installation Procedure
WARNING:
After installing a window with urethane adhesive, do not drive the vehicle for a minimum of two hours. The vehicle must be kept at an ambient temperature of at least 18°C (64°F) during this period. Failure to follow this instruction can cause insufficient bonding of urethane adhesive and may allow unrestrained occupants to be ejected from the vehicle resulting in personal injury.
- Remove all mounds or loose pieces of urethane adhesive from the pinch-weld area.
- Inspect for any of the following problems in order to help prevent future breakage of the window:
- High weld.
- Solder spots.
- Hardened sealer.
- Any other obstruction or irregularity in the pinch-weld flange.
- Apply the primer along the marked line (1).
- Apply adhesive bead.
Cut into the tip of the cartridge in such a way that a bead of adhesive approx. 13 mm (0.511 in) thick is produced.
- Insert windshield.
- Place the windshield on the roof frames and lower down with BO-641 holder.
- Insert windshield with BO-641 holder.
- Secure windshield in position with fabric tape.
- Clean any excess urethane adhesive from the body.
- Use a soft spray of warm water in order to immediately water test the window.NOTE: A second technician is required.
- Inspect the window for leaks.
- Maintain the following conditions in order to properly cure the urethane adhesive:
- Partially lower a door window in order to prevent pressure buildups when closing the doors before the urethane adhesive cures.
- Do NOT drive the vehicle until the urethane adhesive is cured.
- Do NOT use compressed air to dry the urethane adhesive.
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