Preparing for window installation
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NOTE:
- If windshield flange was damaged during removal, paint structure should be repaired according to specifications in article, "Vehicle-Paint" and if necessary, corrosion repair measures should be taken according to guidelines in "Surface Technology/Chemical Materials Folder".
For undamaged removed windshield
- When reusing an undamaged window, cut remaining adhesive sealing material on window and flange using a carpet knife so that it is even, but do not remove completely!
- Residual material acts as a base for the new adhesive sealing material.
CAUTION:
- Keep adhesive surface free of dirt and grease.
- Only cut back adhesive surface shortly before installation.
- Do not prime or use a cleaning solution on the adhesive surface.
- Apply adhesive onto residual adhesive bead
- Bead width = 8 ± 2 mm
- Bead height = 13.5 ± 1.5 mm
NOTE:
- Adhesive sealing material DH 009 100 03 (small cartridge) is recommended when bonding a single window; D 004 300 05 (2K- adhesive) is recommended when bonding more than one window.
New window, installing
- Clean windshield in adhering area using D 009 401 04 and prime using D 009 200 02 glass/paint primer.
- Ensure an air drying time of 10 minutes for primer.
- Apply adhesive
Dimensions for application of adhesive
1 - Adhesive bead
2 - Primer
3 - Washer
- Bead width - a - = 8 ± 2 mm
- Bead height = 13.5 ± 1.5 mm
- Dimension - c - = note varying spacing dimensions to window edge → Side window (Avant), removing and installing - assembly overview