Necessary equipment
Glass seal remover J-24402
Removal procedure
1. Remove the decorative windshield molding. See section 9R, «Front body».
2. Remove the interior rear view mirror. See «Interior rear view mirror» in this section.
3. Remove seal around windshield.
4. Use Windscreen Sealant Remover J-24402 to trim the adhesive around the windshield.
5. Use a knife to remove the adhesive from the windshield.
6. Use a knife to remove the adhesive from the windshield frame.
7. Remove the windshield from the car.
Installation procedure
1. Install a new seal on the windshield.
2. Apply tape to the new seal and windshield to hold the seal in place.
3. Apply adhesive primer to windshield frame and perimeter.
4. Apply glass glue to the windshield frame.
5. Install the windshield into the frame.
6. Reinstall the tape on the seal, windshield and frame to keep the windshield in place.
7. Let the glue dry for 24 hours.
8. Remove tape.
9. Check for water leaks by pouring water on the windshield. If a leak is found, dry the windshield and fill the leak area with adhesive. If the leak persists, remove the windshield and repeat the entire procedure.
10. Install the interior rearview mirror. See «Interior rear view mirror» in this section.
11. Install the decorative windshield molding. See section 9R, «Front body».