Preparatory work
Remove the curtain (if available).
Remove the upper brake light.
Remove the overlay.
Remove the rear wiper arm (if available).
Disconnect the rear window heater connector.
Remove the rear down-view mirror.
Removing
1. Apply protective tape around the glass to prevent damage to painted surfaces.
When reusing the glass, apply alignment marks to the glass and body before removing it.
2. From the passenger compartment, insert a knife between the glass and the door panel and cut off the adhesive.
Caution: Do not touch painted surfaces with a knife during operation.
3. Release the clamps and use the rubber suction cups (special tool) remove the glass from the door.
Installation
1. Using a knife, scrape off traces of glue around the entire perimeter from the side of the body so that a flat layer 2 mm thick remains.
Note: If body side adhesive area is damaged, repair with liquid 2-component urethane paint, do not use paint.
2. Replace 2 spacers.
3. If the removed glass is installed, use a knife or spatula to remove the remnants of the old adhesive.
4. Clean the adhesive area on the glass with clean gasoline.
5. Apply a primer.
Note: The primer plays an important role and contributes to the strength of the glass bonding and the preservation of the paintwork.
There are 2 types of primers, do not mix them up.
- Primer M: for painted surfaces.
- Primer G: for glass.
Apply primer G around the entire perimeter of the glass, following the instructions in the picture.
6. Apply primer M to the bonding area on the body.
Note: If Primer M protrudes beyond the application area on the painted surface, remove it quickly with clean gasoline.
7. After applying the primer within the time specified in the instructions, apply glue to the glass around the entire perimeter, as shown in the figure.
Remove the cap from the glue tube and cut off the spout, then apply the glue with a press gun.
8. Holding the glass with rubber suction cups (special tool) align the marks on the glass and the body, insert the clips into the holes in the door and install the glass on the car.
9. Apply light pressure to the entire surface of the glass and seat the glass completely.
Attention: Push the clips in firmly.
10. Using a spatula, evenly spread the adhesive over the surface, removing it from where it is in excess and adding it where it is not enough.
Note: After installing the glass, open the door windows and do not close until the adhesive has hardened sufficiently. Do not drive your vehicle during this time.
11. Make sure there is no water seepage from the outside.
12. Remove the protective tape.