Moulding
REMOVALNOTE: Windshield molding is a replacement part.
1. Remove the cowl grille.
2. Pull the windshield molding forward to 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 (Sealant remover) into the sealant, and pull on the bar to cut the sealant near the body as shown.
4. Insert the blade of the SST (Sealant remover) 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.
CAUTION: Keep the area free of dirt and grease, and do not touch the surface or the primer may not properly bond to the surface of the glass and body which may cause leaks to occur.
6. Use a brush to apply primer to the bonding area of the glass and body within the region shown. Use only glass primer on the glass and body primer on the body. Allow it to dry for approximately 30 minutes.
7. Insert a sealant tube cartridge into a sealant gun.
8. Apply a bead of repair sealant to a height 3 mm {0.12 in} between the glass and the body.
9. Reshape the repair sealant as shown if necessary.
Hardening Time Of Sealant:
CAUTION: Once the sealant has hardened, you will not be able to install the molding. Install the windshield molding within the time shown.
10. Align the marking on the molding with the inner side of the roof ditch (groove). (1)
11. Install the upper edge starting from the outer ends and moving inward (2).
12. Install the corners (3).
13. Install the sides, starting from the upper edge and moving downward, being careful to not pull out the corners (4).
14. Use white gasoline to remove any sealant that oozes out.
15. Check for water leaks.
- If a leak is found, wipe the water off well and repeat the installation.
16. Install the windshield wiper arm and blade.