• Leave a base of auto-adhesive on the pinchweld flange.
• The only suitable lubrication is clean water.
• Use BO-24402-A Glass Sealant Remover (Cold Knife) .
• BO-39032 Stationary Glass Removal Tool , or equivalent in order to remove the window.
9. Use the appropraite tool to remove the bottom of the window from the auto-adhesive. Keep the cutting edge of the tool
against the window. Do this from inside the vehicle.
10. With an assistant, remove the window
(2) from the vehicle. Check that the retainers
(1) are still attached to the window
before installing.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the windshield into the opening. Refer to
Adhesive Installation of Windshields
.
2. Install the rearview mirror. Refer to
Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement
.
3. Install the interior windshield garnish moldings. Refer to
Windshield Side Garnish Molding Replacement
.
4. Install the air inlet grille. Refer to
Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement
.
5. Install the windshield wipers arms. Refer to
Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement
.
6. Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
7. Close the hood.
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