Windshield, Installing

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NOTE:

Cross-section thickness of adhesive bead is determined by dimension of opening in nozzle tip and rate of application.

Dimensions for adhesive application:

Fig 1: Checking Adhesive Applying Dimensions

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Adhesive Bead
Glass/Paint Primer
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Dimension -a- = 8 mm.
Dimension -b- = 12 mm.
Dimension -c- = note the different spacing dimensions to the window edge. Refer to OVERVIEW - WINDSHIELD .

-- Position complete surface of nozzle -2- onto window.

Fig 2: 2K Window Adhesive Kit Applying Area (1 Of 2)

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Application in direction of -arrow- for adhesive bead -1-.

-- Apply adhesive sealing material -1- all around on window -2- according to illustration.

Fig 3: Applying Adhesive Sealant All Around Window

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-- With an undamaged removed window, apply adhesive to remaining bead.

-- Using suction cups, install the windshield.

CAUTION:

The window must be installed within 15 minutes or the adhesive sealing material will not adhere properly.

-- Center window along sides.

-- Distance from the edge of the window to the left and right holes in the roof frame, dimension -a- = 43.5 mm.

-- Support the window glass from sliding out using a wedge at the bottom.

Fig 4: Identifying Distance From Edge Of Window To Left & Right Holes In Roof Frame, Dimension -A- = 43.5 Mm

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-- Install the upper trim to the roof frame.

-- Secure the window to the top of the roof with adhesive tape.

-- For a new window, protective piping -2- must be pulled out of the frame -3- for the windshield -1- before assembling the plenum chamber cover -4-.

Fig 5: Installing Plenum Chamber

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-- Observe minimum curing time. Refer to MINIMUM CURING TIME FOR BONDED WINDOWS .