Preload On Top Of Windshield To Prevent Wind Noise:

Fig 1: Identifying Windshield To Prevent Wind Noise

When installing the windshield (4), make sure that it lies lower with respect to roof outer skin (1). This is the only way of ensuring sufficient pretension between the sealing lip (2) and the roof (prevention of wind noise). Check installation position of windshield (4) in middle of vehicle with special tool 51 3 210. A clearance (A) is permitted.

(3) Later adhesive bead

Print on special tool = "S" (Anti-theft windows)

= 0 ... 0.6 mm.

Adapt pretension and installation position if necessary with spacer buffers.

Repeat alignment of windshield if necessary several times.

Lift windshield with special tool 51 9 002 out of body cutout and place on assembly stand.

Fig 2: Lifting Windshield With Special Tool

Switch off vacuum pump.

Turn windshield on assembly stand so that inner side faces upwards.

Cut nozzle to size.

Dimensions:

7⁺¹ mm.
11^-2 mm.

Fig 3: Cutting Nozzle

NOTE: For an even application of adhesive bead: Use a cartridge gun (operated pneumatically or electrically).

Check expiration date of glue!

If necessary, apply a test bead before gluing.

Cartridge must be held perpendicularly to the windscreen glass.

NOTE: Approx. 1 1/4 adhesive cartridges are required for the windshield.

Fig 4: Cartridge Must Be Held Perpendicularly To The Windscreen Glass