Base Installation

WARNING:

Using a razor with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves when using a razor.

Cut away all of the original sealant using a razor.
Clean and degrease the ceramic coating on the glass and the base.
CAUTION:
- Keep the area free of dirt and grease, and do not touch the surface or the primer may not properly bond to the surface of the glass.
Apply primer to the bonding area of the glass and the base.
Apply a height of 3.0 mm {0.12 in} sealant to the base.
NOTE:
- Use only glass primer on the glass, and body primer on the base. Allow the primer to dry for approximately 30 minutes.
Fig 1: Applying Primer To Bonding Area Of Glass & Base
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Center the base in the ceramic coating and press it onto the glass.
Use isopropyl alcohol to remove any excess sealant.

Fig 2: Hardening Time Of Sealant
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Fig 3: Proper Alignment of Base to Ceramic Coating
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Install the rearview mirror.