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.
- Center the base in the ceramic coating and press it onto the glass.
- Use isopropyl alcohol to remove any excess sealant.HARDENING TIME OF SEALANT
Temperature Surface hardening time Time required until vehicle can be put into service 5°C{41°F} Approx. 1.5 hr Approx. 12 hr 20°C{68°F} Approx. 1 hr Approx. 4 hr 35°C{95°F} Approx. 10 min. Approx. 2 hr - Install the rearview mirror.