Glass Reseal - Rear
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MATERIAL
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Dow Urethane Adhesive Betaseal® Express |
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| Sika Urethane Adhesive Sika Tack ASAP |
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| Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner ZC-23 |
ESR-M14P5-A |
- Remove the C-pillar trim panel and parcel shelf, and lower the headliner. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION article.
- Disconnect the rear window glass electrical connectors.
- Clean the interior and exterior of the windshield glass surface with glass cleaner.
- Cut the urethane adhesive applicator tip to specification.
- Apply the urethane adhesive over the top of the existing urethane adhesive.
- Apply the urethane adhesive to the top and sides of the rear glass from the interior of the vehicle.
- Apply the urethane adhesive to the bottom of the rear glass from the exterior of the vehicle.
- After the urethane cures, check the rear glass seal for air or water leaks through the urethane adhesive bead and add urethane adhesive as necessary.
- Connect the rear window glass electrical connectors.
- Install the headliner, parcel shelf and C-pillar trim panels. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION article.
NOTE:
Use either a high ratio, electric or battery-operated caulk gun that applies the urethane with less effort and continuous bead.
NOTE:
Make sure that all gaps in the urethane adhesive are smoothed into one continuous bead.
NOTE:
The urethane adhesive must cure for a minimum of one hour before testing for air or water leaks.