LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone
Home >> Tesla >> 2018 >> Model 3 Performance >> Repair and Diagnosis (Single Page) >> Body & Frame >> Exterior/Interior Trim >> Body -- Model 3 >> Windshield and Body Glass >> Glass - Roof - Fixed - Remove and Replace >> Install

Glass - Roof - Fixed - Remove and Replace: Install

  1. Attach suction cups (x2) to each corner of the new fixed roof glass.
  2. Clean the leading edge of the fixed roof glass with isopropyl alcohol wipes. Allow the surface to dry before continuing to the next step.
  3. Clean the urethane path on the vehicle with an isopropyl alcohol wipes. Allow the surface to dry before continuing to the next step.
  4. Apply urethane primer to the vehicle body along the urethane path and in areas that were damaged during removal of the fixed roof glass.
    NOTE: Allow the primer to dry for at least 1 minute.
  5. Remove the masking tape from the vehicle.
  6. Apply urethane to the body following the original path.
    NOTE: Make sure that the urethane bead has a triangular cross-section of approximate width 13 mm and height 23 mm.
  7. With an assistant, install the new fixed roof glass onto the vehicle, but do not set it yet.
  8. Align the datum at the rear of the glass to the body.
  9. Using the gap measurements that were recorded during removal of the fixed roof glass, press the new fixed roof glass onto the body.
  10. Verify that the clearances with the windshield, body sides, and backlight glass are within the gap measurements and adjust, if necessary.
  11. Remove the suction cups from the new fixed roof glass.
  12. Apply tape to attach the fixed roof glass temporarily.
  13. Reposition the windshield and backlight glass seals, if necessary.
    NOTE: Spray glass cleaner to lubricate the seals, if necessary.
  14. If vehicle was built before approximately April 5, 2019:  the "roofGlassType" config may need an update. Refer to Toolbox article 141800 for more information.
  15. Remove the masking tape after the urethane has cured.
    CAUTION: Do not drive the vehicle until the adhesive manufacturer's recommended minimum drive-away time has passed. Dow Betaseal Express has a drive-away time of 1 hour minimum in temperatures of 0°F (-18°C) or warmer. If necessary, leave the tape applying pressure to the glass on the vehicle and advise the customer that they can remove it after 24 hours. Additionally, advise the customer that they should avoid high driving speeds and speed bumps for the next 24 hours.
scientia non olet · About LEMON Manuals