Windshield Molding

REMOVAL
1. Remove the windshield wiper arm and blade.
2. Remove the cowl grille.




3. Pull the windshield molding and remove it.

INSTALLATION
1. Apply protective tape along the edge of the body to protect it from damage.




2. Cut the sealant by using a razor knife as shown.




3. Insert the blade of the SST into the sealant, and pull on the bar to cut the sealant near the body as shown.




4. Insert the blade of the SST into the sealant, and pull on the bar to cut the sealant near the glass as shown
5. Remove as much sealant as possible from between the body and the glass.




6. Carefully clean around the edge of the glass and the adhesion surface of the body.




7. Apply primer onto the bonding area of the glass, body, and new windshield molding by using a brush. Use only glass primer on the glass and body primer on the body and molding. Keep the area free of dirt and grease, and do not touch the surface. Allow the primer to dry for approximately 30 minutes.




8. Apply a 3 mm {0.12 in} bead of sealant between the glass and the body.




9. Reshape the sealant as shown if necessary.







10. Install the windshield molding before the sealant has hardened.
1. Align the marks on the molding to the roof inner line. (A)
2. Install the upper part of the molding. (B)
3. Install the corner part of the molding. (C)
4. Install the side parts of the molding, starting from the bottom and then toward the top. (D)

11. Check for water leaks. If a leak is found, wipe the water off well and repeat the installation.
12. Install the cowl grille.
13. Install the windshield wiper arm and blade.