Windshield Removal And Installation - Suzuki 2006 SX4 Service Manual

Windshield Removal and Installation

Preparation
The windshield is installed by using a special type of
adhesive (that is, one component urethane adhesive
used with primer). For the windshield replacement, it is
important to use an adhesive which provides sufficient
adhesion strength and follow the proper procedure.
CAUTION
!
• Described is the glass replacement by
using 3 types of primers and 1 type of
adhesive made by YOKOHAMA (one
component urethane adhesive to be used
with primer in combination). When using
primer and adhesive made by other
manufacturers, be sure to refer to handling
instructions supplied with them.
Negligence in following such procedure or
misuse of the adhesive in any way hinders
its inherent adhesive property. Therefore,
before the work, make sure to read
carefully the instruction and description
given by the maker of the adhesive to be
used and be sure to follow the procedure
and observe each precaution throughout
the work.
• Should coated surface be scratched or
otherwise damaged, be sure to repair
damaged part, or corrosion may start from
there.
Use the specific adhesive which has the following
property.
Glass adhesive shearing strength
40 kg/cm 2 (569 lb/in 2 ) or more
Adhesive materials and tools required for removal and
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installation.
• One component urethane adhesive and primers used
in combination (For one sheet of windshield).
– Adhesive (470 g (15.7 oz.))
– Primer for glass (30 g (1.0 oz.))
– Primer for body (30 g (1.0 oz.))
– Primer for molding (30 g (1.0 oz.))
• Eyeleteer
• Piano string
• Windshield knife
• Brush for primer application (2 pcs)
• Knife
• Rubber sucker grip
• Sealant gun (for filling adhesive)
• Putty spatula (for correcting adhered parts)
Removal
1) Clean both inside and outside of glass and around it.
2) Remove wiper arms and cowl top garnish.
3) Using tape, cover body surface around glass to
prevent any damage.
4) Remove rear view mirror, sun visor and front pillar
trims (right & left).
5) If necessary, remove instrument panel. Refer to
"Instrument Panel Removal and Installation in
Section 9C".
6) If necessary, remove head lining. Refer to "Head
Lining Removal and Installation in Section 9H".
7) Remove (or cut) windshield molding.
8) Drill hole with eyeleteer (1) through adhesive and let
piano string through it.
Glass / Windows / Mirrors:
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