Windshield: Service and Repair

Windshield Replacement

NOTE: Familiarize yourself with the glass replacement process.

Parts Removal

First remove these items:
- Rearview mirror
- Headliner, as necessary
- Windshield wiper arms
- Cowl cover
- A-pillar exterior trim




Cutting Positions
Slip the piano wire through the adhesive at each position as shown, and pull it back as indicated by the arrows.




Rubber Dams, Dashboard Seal and Fastener Installation and Primer Application
- Be sure the rubber dams, dashboard seal and fasteners line up with the alignment marks.
- Attach the rubber dams, the dashboard seal, and the fasteners with adhesive tape.
- To attach the molding, apply primer to the areas between the alignment marks of the windshield.




Molding Installation
- Be sure the alignment marks on the molding lines up with the alignment marks on the windshield.
- Attach the molding with adhesive tape.




Fastener (body side) Installation/Body Primer Application
Attach the fasteners with adhesive tape.




Glass Primer and Adhesive Application