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Windshield Glass: Installation

CAUTION:
  • Always use the Subaru genuine windshield glass specially designed for EyeSight. (If the windshield glass other than the glass specially designed for EyeSight is used, the visibility of the camera is blocked or the distortion of the glass prevents the correct measurement of the object, resulting in the EyeSight abnormal operation.) 
  • For installation of the stereo camera, refer to "INSTALLATION", "Stereo Camera" in "EyeSight" and observe the precautions for installation. Ref. to  EYESIGHT>STEREO CAMERA>INSTALLATION 
  • If the damage is found in the glass repair prohibited area, always replace the glass. Damage, dirt, aftermarket part installation or sticker attachment in the prohibited area can affect the recognition of each camera, and thereby the EyeSight and high beam assist functions may not operate properly. Ref. to  CAUTION>CHECK WINDSHIELD GLASS INCLUDING PROHIBITED AREA FOR MODEL WITH EyeSight 
  1. Fabricate the cartridge nozzle tip as shown and set the sealant gun with the adhesive.
    G14612581Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Remove the adhesive layer on the body using cutter knife to obtain smooth face of 2 mm (0.08 in) thick.
    CAUTION:
    • Be careful not to damage the body and paint surface. 
    • Be sure to keep some amount of old adhesive. 
    G14612582Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Clean the glass windshield and body.
    1. Using a scraper, remove adhesive and double-sided tape left on the glass windshield.
    2. Clean the glass windshield and the body with alcohol or appropriate cleaning solvent to completely eliminate cutting powder, dust and dirt.
  4. Install a new locating pin windshield. (When reusing the glass)
    1. Using a sponge, apply primer to the locating pin windshield installation position on the glass windshield.
      NOTE:
      • Let primer dry for about one hour before installing the locating pin windshield. 
      • Do not touch the surface coated with primer. 

      Preparation items: 

      Glass primer: Dow Automotive ESSEX U-401, U402 or equivalent

    2. Apply adhesive to the locating pin windshield adhesive surface.

      Preparation items: 

      Adhesive: Dow Automotive ESSEX U-400HV or equivalent

    3. Install a new locating pin windshield to the positions marked with tapes (two places), and remove the tapes.
  5. Attach a new dam rubber front to the glass windshield.
    NOTE:

    Attach the dam rubber straight between the dam rubber set marks while aligning with the dam rubber set mark. 

    G14612583Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Install a new molding windshield to the glass windshield.
    CAUTION:

    Be careful to attach the windshield molding so that the molding has no loose or undulating part. 

    1. Using a sponge, apply primer to the molding installation surface in the glass windshield side.
      NOTE:
      • Let primer dry for about ten minutes before installing the windshield molding. 
      • Do not touch the surface coated with primer. 

      Preparation items 

      Glass primer: Dow Automotive ESSEX U401, U402 or equivalent

    2. Align the molding windshield (A) with both ends of the upper edge (a) of the glass windshield (C).
    3. Install the molding windshield from both corners of the upper edge toward the center (b).
    4. Install the molding windshield from both corners of the upper edge toward the lower side (c).
    5. Firmly apply the double sided tape (B) of the molding windshield evenly to the glass windshield surface.
      G13201015Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  7. Attach the seal upper to the molding windshield.
    G14612585Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  8. Install the glass windshield.
    1. Using a sponge, apply primer to the adhesive surfaces of glass windshield side and the body side.
      CAUTION:

      Do not apply primer to adhesive remaining on the body side. 

      NOTE:
      • Primer once attached to the painted surface of the body and internal trim is hard to wipe off. Mask the circumference of such area. 
      • Let primer dry for about ten minutes before installing the glass windshield. 
      • Do not touch the surface coated with primer. 

      Preparation items: 

      Glass primer: Dow Automotive ESSEX U-401, U-402 or equivalent

      Painted surface primer: Dow Automotive ESSEX U-413 or equivalent

    2. Apply adhesive to the glass windshield end back surface along to the dam rubber.

      Preparation items: 

      Adhesive: Dow Automotive ESSEX U-400HV or equivalent

      G14612586Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    3. Fit the locating pin windshield to the vehicle body using suction rubber cups, and install the glass windshield.
      G10319648Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    4. Lightly press the entire perimeter of the glass windshield for tight fit.
    5. Make flush the adhesive surface jutted out using spatula.
  9. After completion of all work, allow the vehicle to stand for about 24 hours.
    NOTE:
    • When opening/closing the door after the windshield glass was bonded, always lower the door glass assembly first, and then open/close it carefully. 
    • Move the vehicle slowly. 
    • For minimum drying time and vehicle standing time before driving after bonding, follow instructions or instruction manual from the adhesive manufacturer. 
  10. Install the lens hood. (Models with EyeSight) Ref. to EYESIGHT>LENS HOOD>INSTALLATION
  11. Install the stereo camera. (Models with EyeSight) Ref. to EYESIGHT>STEREO CAMERA>INSTALLATION
  12. Install the light assembly map. (Models with EyeSight) Ref. to LIGHTING SYSTEM>SPOT MAP LIGHT>INSTALLATION
  13. Install the mirror assembly inner rearview. Ref. to GLASS/WINDOWS/MIRRORS>REARVIEW MIRROR>INSTALLATION 
  14. Connect the wiper deicer connector. (Models with wiper deicer)
  15. Install the cowl panel assembly. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>COWL PANEL>INSTALLATION
  16. Install the arm assembly windshield wiper. Ref. to WIPER AND WASHER SYSTEMS>FRONT WIPER ARM>INSTALLATION
  17. Install the trim panel assembly A pillar. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>UPPER INNER TRIM>INSTALLATION>A PILLAR TRIM
  18. Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY
  19. After curing of adhesive, pour the water on external surface of vehicle to check that there are no water leaks.
    CAUTION:

    When a vehicle is returned to the user, tell him or her that the vehicle should not be subjected to heavy impact for at least three days. 

  20. Perform the inspection, and adjustment and check of the stereo camera. (Models with EyeSight)
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