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Windshield Glass: Installation

  1. Cut the cartridge nozzle tip as shown in the figure, and set the adhesive in the sealant gun.
    Fig 1: Cutting Cartridge Nozzle Tip
    G07916366Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Remove the adhesive layer on the body using cutter knife to obtain smooth face of 2 mm (0.08 in) thick.
    CAUTION:
    • Be careful not to damage the body and paint surface.
    • Be sure to keep some of old adhesive.
    Fig 2: Removing Adhesive Layer On Body
    G07916367Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Clean the glass and body with alcohol or white gasoline to eliminate cutting powder, dust and dirt completely.
  4. Attach the dam rubber to the glass.
    Fig 3: Identifying Dam Rubber Installation Dimension
    G07916368Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Attach the molding to the glass.
    CAUTION: Be careful to attach the molding so that the molding has no loose or undulating part.
    Fig 4: Identifying Glass Molding Installation Dimension
    G06653730Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    1. Align the molding (A) to the upper ends of the windshield glass (C).
    2. Attach the molding from the upper corners towards the center.
    3. Attach the molding from the upper corners downward.
      NOTE: Change the molding installation width within the gradual change range (E) based on the curve end point on the upper end of side area (D).
    4. Firmly apply the double sided tape (B) of the molding evenly to the glass surface.
  6. Install the windshield glass.
    1. Using a sponge, apply primer to the glass side and body side adhesive surfaces.

      Glass primer: 

      Dow Automotive's 

      ESSEX U-401, U-402 or equivalent 

      Painted surface primer: 

      Dow Automotive's 

      ESSEX U-413 or equivalent 

      NOTE:
      • Primer once attached to the painted surface of the body and internal trim is hard to wipe off. Mask the circumference of such area.
      • Let primer dry for about ten minutes before installing the glass.
      • Do not touch the surface coated with primer.
    2. Apply adhesive to the glass end back surface.

      Adhesive: 

      Dow Automotive's 

      ESSEX U-400HV or equivalent 

      Fig 5: Identifying Adhesive Applying Dimension On Glass End Back Surface
      G07916370Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    3. Using suction rubber cups, fit the locator pins into the body side, and attach the windshield glass.
      Fig 6: Attaching Windshield Glass Using Suction Rubber Cups
      G07916371Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    4. Lightly press the entire perimeter of windshield glass for tight fit.
    5. Make flush the adhesive surface jutted out using spatula.
  7. After completion of all work, allow the vehicle to stand for about 24 hours.
    NOTE:
    • When door is opened/closed after glass is bonded, always lower the door glass first, and then open/close it carefully.
    • Move the vehicle slowly.
    • For minimum drying time and vehicle standing time before driving after bonding, follow instructions or instruction manual from the adhesive manufacturer.
  8. After curing of adhesive, pour the 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.
  9. Install the cowl panel. Refer to COWL PANEL .
  10. Connect the wiper deicer connector. (Models with wiper deicer)
  11. Install the front pillar trim. Refer to UPPER INNER TRIM .
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