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Windshield Reseal

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MATERIAL

Item Specification
DOW AUTOMOTIVE 2-HOUR CURE  
Dow Urethane Adhesive Betaseal® Express -
SIKA 2-HOUR CURE  
Sika Urethane Adhesive Sika Tack ASAP -
Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner ZC-23 ESR-M14P5-A
  1. Remove the cowl panel grille. For additional information, refer to FRONT END BODY PANELS .
  2. Remove the screws and LH and RH sun visors and clips.
    Fig 1: Removing Screws And LH And RH Sun Visors And Clips
    G04586075Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Position the LH and RH front door weatherstrips aside.
    Fig 2: Positioning LH And RH Front Door Weatherstrips
    G04586076Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the LH and RH windshield side garnish mouldings.
    Fig 3: Removing LH And RH Windshield Side Garnish Mouldings
    G04586077Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. If equipped, remove the overhead console. For additional information, refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONSOLE .
  6. If equipped, remove the roof opening panel headliner retainer.
    Fig 4: Removing Roof Opening Panel Headliner Retainer
    G04586078Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Partially lower the front portion of the headliner and block with a suitable material.
  8. Clean the interior and exterior of the windshield glass surface with glass cleaner.
  9. Cut the urethane adhesive applicator tip to specification.
    Fig 5: Cutting Urethane Adhesive Applicator Tip To Specification
    G04586079Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    10. NOTE: Use either a high ratio, electric or battery-operated caulk gun that applies the urethane with less effort and continuous bead.
    NOTE: Make sure that all gaps in the urethane adhesive are smoothed into one continuous bead.
  10. Apply the urethane adhesive over the top of the existing urethane adhesive.
    • Apply the urethane adhesive to the top and sides of the windshield from the interior of the vehicle.
    • Apply the urethane adhesive to the bottom of the windshield from the exterior of the vehicle.
    11. NOTE: The urethane adhesive must cure for a minimum of 1 hour before testing for air or water leaks.
  11. After the urethane cures, check the windshield seal for air or water leaks through the urethane adhesive bead and add urethane adhesive as necessary.
  12. Install the front portion of the headliner.
  13. If equipped, install the roof opening panel headliner retainer.
    Fig 6: Installing Roof Opening Panel Headliner Retainer
    G04586080Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. If equipped, install the overhead console. For additional information, refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONSOLE .
  15. Install the LH and RH windshield side garnish mouldings.
    Fig 7: Removing LH And RH Windshield Side Garnish Mouldings
    G04586081Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. Install the LH and RH front door weatherstrips.
    Fig 8: Installing LH And RH Front Door Weatherstrips
    G04586082Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  17. Position the LH and RH sun visors, clips and install the screws.
    Fig 9: Installing LH And RH Sun Visors
    G04586083Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  18. Install the cowl panel grille. For additional information, refer to FRONT END BODY PANELS .
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