Side Window, Installing: Procedure
-- Prepare undamaged window for installation. Refer to UNDAMAGED WINDOW GLASS, PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION , or prepare new window for installation. Refer to NEW WINDOW GLASS, PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION .
-- Prepare the body flange for installation. Refer to BODY FLANGE, PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION .
- Use One-Part Window Adhesive or when more than one window glass is to be bonded Two-Part Window Adhesive can also be used.
-- Apply adhesive beads all around the molding. Refer to OVERVIEW - REAR SIDE WINDOW .
-- Apply adhesive to remaining bead on an undamaged cut-out window.
-- Insert the new window glass in the window opening and first press in with the centering pin on the D-pillar.
-- On windows without a centering pin, align the window lengthwise to the edge of the side panel and then insert it into the cut-out for the window.
-- Secure the window in window opening with adhesive tape.
-- Observe minimum curing times. Refer to MINIMUM CURING TIMES FOR BONDED WINDOWS .
Installation continues in reverse order of removal.