Windshield Removal & Installation: Installation

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations and the precautions and procedures before doing repairs or service.

• 1. Windshield - Install

  1. Cut the rubber dam (A) to correct length according to the table.

  Rubber dam	Length	Quantity
  A	970 mm (38.19 in)USA factory model	1
  	935 mm (36.81 in)Except USA factory model	1
  B		2

  NOTE:  When installing new rubber dams B, make sure not to cut the give service part.

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  2. Install the upper clips (C) and rubber dams A, B with the adhesive tape on the inside face of the windshield (D) as shown.

  NOTE: 

  • Before installing the clips and the rubber dams, apply primer to the area where the adhesive tape will be applied.
  • Be sure the rubber dams and the clips line up with the alignment marks (E).
  • Be careful not to touch the windshield where the adhesive will be applied.
  • Make sure there are no gaps between each end of the rubber dams.

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  3. Cut the dashboard seal (A) to correct length according to the table.

  Length	Quantity
  1350 mm (53.15 in)	1

  4. Install the dashboard seal with adhesive tape to the inside face of the windshield (B) as shown, using the edge of the black ceramic-coated area (C) as shown.

  NOTE: 

  • Make sure the dashboard seal lines up with the alignment marks (D).
  • Be careful not to touch the windshield where the adhesive will be applied.

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  5. Install a new upper windshield molding (A) with adhesive tape (B) to the upper edge of the windshield (C). NOTE:  Be careful not to touch the windshield where the adhesive will be applied.

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  6. Set the windshield (A) in the opening, and center it. Make alignment marks (B) across the windshield and the body with a grease pencil at the four points as shown. NOTE:  Make sure both upper clips (C) contact with the edge of the body holes. Be careful not to touch the windshield where the adhesive will be applied. 7. Remove the windshield.

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  8. Apply a light coat of primer to the windshield (A) as shown, then lightly wipe it off with gauze or cheesecloth. NOTE:  Apply the primer to around edge of the windshield using the printed dots (B) on the windshield as a guide. Do not apply body primer to the windshield, and do not mix up the body primer applicator and the glass primer applicator. Never touch the primed surfaces with your hands. If you do, the adhesive may not bond to the windshield properly, causing a leak after the windshield is installed. Keep water, dust, and abrasive materials away from primed surfaces. 9. Apply a light coat of the body primer to any exposed paint or metal on the windshield mounting flange. Let the body primer dry for at least 10 minutes. NOTE:  Do not apply the glass primer to the body. Do not apply the primer to any remaining original adhesive on the flange. Cover on the dashboard before applying the body primer. Do not mix up the body primer applicator and the glass primer applicator. Never touch the primed surfaces with your hands.

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  10. Cut a "V" in the end of the nozzle (A) on the adhesive cartridge as shown.

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  11. Put the cartridge in a caulking gun, and run a continuous bead of adhesive (A) on the windshield (B) along the edge of the upper windshield molding (C) and the rubber dam (D) as shown. NOTE:  Apply the adhesive to the using the printed dots (E) on the windshield as a guide. Apply the adhesive within 30 minutes after applying the primer. Make a slightly thicker bead at each corner. 12. Hold the windshield with suction cups over the opening, align it with the alignment marks and set it down on the adhesive. Lightly push on the windshield until its edges are fully seated on the adhesive all the way around. NOTE:  Do not open or close any of the doors for about an hour until the adhesive is dry 13. Remove the excess adhesive with a putty knife or a shop towel dampened with isopropyl alcohol 14. Wait at least an hour for the adhesive to dry, then spray water over the windshield and check for leaks. Mark the leaking areas, let the windshield dry, then seal with sealant. Let the vehicle stand for at least 4 hours after windshield installation. If the vehicle has to be used within the first 4 hours, it must be driven slowly 15. With heated windshield wiper area: Connect the connector of the heated windshield wiper area, and install the connector clip. 16. Advise the customer not to do the following things for 2 to 3 days: Slam the doors with all the windows rolled up. Twist the body excessively (such as when going in and out of driveways at an angle or driving over rough, uneven roads).

• 2. Multipurpose Camera Unit - Install (For Some Models)
• 3. Both Side Windshield Trims - Install (With Roof Rail)
• 4. Both Roof Rails - Install (With Roof Rail)
• 5. Both Roof Moldings - Install (Without Roof Rail)
• 6. Headliner - Install

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  1. Install the front area of the headliner (A).

• 7. Roof Console - Install
• 8. Both Sunvisors - Install
• 9. Automatic Lighting/Rain Sensor - Install (With Auto Wiper)
• 10.Rearview Mirror - Install
• 11.Both A-Pillar Trims - Install - Refer to: Interior Trim Removal and Installation - Pillar AreasInterior Trim Removal and Installation - Tailgate AreasInterior Trim Removal and Installation - Cargo AreasInterior Trim Removal and Installation - Rear Side AreaInterior Trim Removal and Installation - Door Areas
• 12.Center Cowl Cover - Install
• 13.Wiper Arm/Nozzle - Adjustment
• 14.Multipurpose Camera Unit - Aiming (For Some Models)