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Glass Reseal - Windshield

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MATERIAL

Item Specification
Dow Urethane Adhesive
Betaseal® Express		 -
Sika Urethane Adhesive
Sika Tack ASAP		 -
Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner
ZC-23		 ESR-M14P5-A
  1. Remove the cowl panel grille. For additional information, refer to FRONT END BODY PANELS article.
  2. Remove the LH and RH A-pillar trim panels. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION article.
  3. Remove the LH and RH sun visors.
  4. If equipped, remove the overhead console.
  5. Remove the LH and RH assist handles.
  6. Lower the front portion of the headliner and block with a suitable material.
  7. Clean the edge formed by the existing urethane and the glass on the inside at the top and sides and outside on the bottom of the windshield with glass cleaner.
  8. Cut the urethane applicator tip to specification.
    9. Fig 1: Identifying Urethane Applicator Tip Specification
    G03890979Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: Use either a high-ratio, electric or battery-operated caulk gun that will apply the urethane with less effort and a continuous bead.
    NOTE: Make sure that all gaps in the urethane adhesive are smoothed into one continuous bead.
  9. Apply urethane adhesive over top of the existing urethane adhesive.
    • Apply the urethane to the top and sides of the windshield from the interior of the vehicle.
    • Apply the urethane to the bottom of the windshield from the exterior of the vehicle.
    10. NOTE: The urethane adhesive must cure for a minimum of one hour before testing for air or water leaks.
  10. After the urethane has cured, check the windshield seal for air or water leaks through the urethane bead and add urethane adhesive as necessary.
  11. Position the front portion of the headliner.
  12. Install the LH and RH assist handles.
  13. If equipped, install the overhead console.
  14. Install the LH and RH sun visors.
  15. Install the LH and RH A-pillar trim panels. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION article.
  16. Install the cowl panel grille. For additional information, refer to FRONT END BODY PANELS article.
  17. Clean the interior and exterior windshield glass with glass cleaner.
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