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Windshield Glass: Installation

  1. Clean the external circumference of windshield glass with alcohol or white gasoline.
  2. Remove the adhesive layer on the body using cutter knife to obtain smooth face 2 mm (0.08 in) thick.
    Fig 1: Identifying Adhesive Layer Dimension
    G02089530Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Clean the body with alcohol or white gasoline to remove thoroughly chips, dusts, and dirts from body face.
  4. Apply the dam rubber to back of glass.
    Fig 2: Identifying Dimension Of Dam Rubber
    G02089531Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the backing of double-faced adhesive tape, and then align the molding mark (B) to notch (A). Attach the molding around the edge of glass, and then press it evenly to fit.
    Fig 3: Aligning Molding Mark To Notch
    G02089532Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Apply primer to the adhesive layer of glass using sponge.
  7. Apply primer to the adhesive layer of body. Primer once attached to the painted surface of the body and internal trim is hard to wipe off. Mask the circumference of such areas.

    Let the primer dry for about ten minutes before installing the glass.

    Fig 4: Applying Primer To Adhesive Layer Of Body
    G02089533Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  8. Cut off the cartridge nozzle tip and set it in sealant gun as shown.
    Fig 5: Applying Sealant To Glass End Surface
    G02089534Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  9. Apply adhesive to the glass end surface as shown.
  10. Fit the matching pins using suction rubber cup to install the windshield glass.
    Fig 6: Applying Adhesive To Glass End Surface
    G02089535Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  11. Lightly press the windshield glass for tight fit.
  12. After completion of all work, allow the vehicle to stand for about 24 hours.
    NOTE: For minimum drying time and time the vehicle must be left standing before driving after bonding, follow instructions or instruction manual from the adhesive manufacturer.
  13. After curing of adhesive, pour water on external surface of vehicle to check that there are no water leaks.
    NOTE: When a vehicle is returned to the user, tell him or her that the vehicle should not be subjected to heavy impact for at least three days.
  14. Install the cowl panel. Refer to INSTALLATION , Cowl Panel.
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