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Installation Procedure

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  1. Clean the old urethane adhesive from the upper edge of the windshield using isopropyl alcohol.
    2. Fig 1: Applying Urethane Adhesive To Inside Edge Of Windshield Upper Reveal Molding
    GM1752188Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Apply a small amount 1-2 mm (0.04-0.08 in) of urethane adhesive (1) to the inside edge of the windshield upper reveal molding (2).
    3. IMPORTANT: Make sure that the windshield upper reveal molding is center to the windshield and roof panel before installing.
  3. Install the new windshield upper reveal molding.
    • Start the windshield upper reveal molding at either end, ensure the center point of the roof and molding before installing.
    • Working the windshield upper reveal molding across the windshield.
    • Ensure that the windshield upper reveal molding is fully seated against the windshield and the roof panel.
    4. Fig 2: Properly Applied Urethane Adhesive Bead
    GM1756414Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install a urethane adhesive bead to both left and right upper corners of the windshield approximate depth of 10 mm (0.4 in).
  5. Clean any excess urethane adhesive from the windshield and roof panel.
  6. Install the roof panel applique. Refer to Roof Front Panel Applique Replacement .
  7. Install the windshield frame applique. Refer to Windshield Frame Applique Replacement .
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