Installation Procedure
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- Clean the top edge of the windshield surface with a 50/50 mixture of isopropyl alcohol and water by volume on a dampened lint - free cloth.
- The new reveal molding should be fitted to the windshield prior to installation.
- Verify all primers and urethane adhesive are within expiration dates.
- Use a new dauber in order to apply glass prep (clear #1) to the channel area approximately 13 mm (1/2 in) to the upper edge of the windshield.
- Wipe the glass primed area immediately with a clean lint-free cloth.
- Shake the glass primer (black #2) for at least one minute.
Using a new dauber in order to apply glass primer (black #2) to the top edge of the windshield.
- Apply a small bead of urethane adhesive (2) between the windshield (1) and the pinchweld.
- Install the upper reveal molding.
- Start from the center and hand-press the reveal molding into place over the edge of the windshield.
- Install both right and left sides of the reveal molding. Refer to Windshield Side Reveal Molding Replacement .
- Run warm water over the reveal molding in order to speed the setup time of the urethane adhesive.
Tape should be applied in order to retain the reveal molding to the windshield, this will maintain a flush fit with the body.
The tape is to be removed after 6 hours.
CAUTION:
Refer to Window Retention Caution in Cautions and Notices.
IMPORTANT:
Use care when applying the prep (clear #1) to the windshield. This primer dries almost instantly, and may stain the viewing area of the windshield if not applied evenly.