Adjust gap between splinter guard and windshield - AR67.10-P-1000-13SXS

Shown using 3 mm thick spacer washer (3) 

The gap (C) between the splinter guard strip (2) and windshield (1) must be within the tolerance range of approx. 1 to 3 mm. If the windshield (1) is in contact with the splinter guard strip (2), tension is produced which could lead to damage to the windshield (1).

The gap (C) between the splinter guard strip (2) and windshield (1) can be adjusted by removing or adding spacer washers (3) between the splinter guard strip (2) and gap cover (4). Ensure that only one spacer washer (3) is installed between the splinter guard strip (2) and gap cover (4) per screw.

Fig 1: Identifying Gap Between Splinter Guard Strip And Windshield

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1. Position appropriate splinter guard strip (2), arrest and measure gap (C) between splinter guard strip (2) and windshield (1).

   If the splinter guard strip (2) is already in contact with the windshield (1), it is necessary to correct the gap between the splinter guard strip (2) and gap cover (4) or between the splinter guard strip (2) and guard plate on the roof.

2. Select spacer washers (3) with associated screws according to correction required:
   • Spacer washer (3) 1 mm, screw M6 x12
   • Spacer washer (3) 2 mm, screw M6 x12
   • Spacer washer (3) 3 mm, screw M6 x16, only in combination with 1 mm thick spacer plate (3), positioned below screw head
   • Spacer washer (3) 4 mm, screw M6 x16

   Use only bolts and spacer washers (3) approved in the "Electronic Part Catalog". Otherwise, the designed protective effect is not ensured.

3. First attach splinter guard strips (2) on left and right A-pillars and then to guard plate on roof.

   Observe specified tightening torques.