Windshield Molding

WINDSHIELD MOLDING REMOVAL




1. Remove the windshield molding from the windshield.

WINDSHIELD MOLDING INSTALLATION




1. Apply protective tape along the edge of the body to protect it from damage.
2. Cut the sealant using a razor as shown.

WARNING: Using a razor with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves when using a razor.




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.




6. Carefully clean around the edge of the glass and the adhesion surface of the body.
7. Align the edge of the protector to the spot mark.




8. Securely bond the protector to the body as shown.

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.




9. Apply primer onto the bonding area of the glass, body, and new windshield molding using a brush. Use only glass primer on the glass and body primer on the body and molding. Allow the primer to dry for approximately 30 minutes.
10. Apply a 3.0 mm {0.12 in} bead of sealant between the glass and the body.




11. Reshape the sealant as shown if necessary.







12. Install the windshield molding before the sealant has hardened.
13. Align the center mark in the molding with the glass mark (A).
14. Install the upper portions of the molding into the body (B).
15. Push the corners of the molding onto the body (C).

Hardening Time Of Sealant:

16. Push the sides of the molding onto the body, beginning from the bottom (D).
17. Check for water leaks.
- If a leak is found, wipe the water off well and repeat the installation.