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Windshield Glass: Installation

  1. Process the cartridge nozzle tip as shown in the figure, and set the adhesive in sealant gun.
    Fig 1: Identifying Cartridge Nozzle Tip Dimension
    G05663608Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Clean the external circumference of windshield glass with alcohol or white gasoline.
  3. Remove the adhesive layer on the body using cutter knife to obtain smooth face of 2 mm (0.08 in) thick.
    CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the body and paint surface.
    Fig 2: Removing Adhesive Layer On Body Using Cutter Knife
    G05663609Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Clean the body with alcohol or white gasoline to eliminate cutting powder, dust and dirt completely from body.
  5. Install the dam rubber.
    Fig 3: Installing Dam Rubber
    G05663610Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Install the molding to the glass.
    Fig 4: Installing Molding To Glass
    G05663611Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    1. Align the molding (A) with both ends of the upper edge of the windshield glass (C).
    2. Install the molding from both comers of the upper edge toward the center.
    3. Install the molding from both comers of the upper edge toward the lower side.
    4. Apply the double-sided tapes (B) uniformly on both sides of the glass.
  7. Apply the primer to the adhesive surfaces of glass and body sides using sponge.

    Glass primer: 

    Dow Automotive 

    ESSEX U-401, U-402 

    Painted surface primer: 

    Dow Automotive 

    ESSEX U-413 

    NOTE:
    • Primer once attached to the painted surface of the body and internal trim is hard to wipe off. Mask the circumference of such area.
    • Let primer dry for about ten minutes before installing the glass.
    • Do not touch the surface coated with primer.
    Fig 5: Identifying Painted Surface Of Body And Internal Trim
    G05663612Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  8. Apply adhesive to the glass end surface as shown.

    Adhesive: 

    Dow Automotive 

    ESSEX U-400HV or equivalent 

    Fig 6: Applying Adhesive To Glass End Surface
    G05663613Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    Fig 7: Adhesive Dimensions
    G05663614Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  9. Fit the locating pins to vehicle body using suction rubber cup to install the windshield glass.
    Fig 8: Fitting Locating Pins Using Suction Rubber Cup
    G05004266Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  10. Lightly press the windshield glass for tight fit.
  11. Make flush the adhesive surface jutted out using spatula.
  12. Connect the wiper deicer connector. (Model with wiper deicer)
  13. After completion of all work, allow the vehicle to stand for about 24 hours.
    NOTE:
    • When door is opened/closed after glass is bonded, always lower the door glass first, and then open/close it carefully.
    • Move the vehicle slowly.
    • For minimum drying time and vehicle standing time before driving after bonding, follow instructions or instruction manual from the adhesive manufacturer.
  14. After curing of adhesive, pour the water on external surface of vehicle to check that there are no water leaks.
    NOTE: When a vehicle is returned to the user, tell him or her that the vehicle should not be subjected to heavy impact for at least three days.
  15. Install the cowl panel. <Ref. to INSTALLATION , Cowl Panel . >
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