Base Installation
- Cut away all of the original sealant using a razor.
- Clean and decrease the ceramic coating on the glass and the base.
- Apply primer to the bonding area of the glass and the base.
CAUTION:
- Keep the area free of dirt and grease, and do not touch the surface. Otherwise, the primer may not properly bond to the surface of the glass.
- Apply a 3.0 mm {0.12 in}
layer of sealant to the base.
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NOTE:
- Use only glass primer on the glass, and body primer on the base. Allow the primer to dry for approx. 30 min.
- Center the base in the ceramic coating and press it onto the glass.
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- Use isopropyl alcohol to remove any excess repair sealant.
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- Install the rearview mirror.