Honda CR-V 1997 Service Manual page 1016

21. Use suction cups to hold the windshield over the
opening, align it with the alignment marks made in
step 14, and set it down on the adhesive. Lightly
push on the windshield until its edge is fully seated
on the adhesive all the way around.
NOTE: Do not open or close the doors until adhe-
sive is dry.
ALIGNMENT MARK
SUCTION
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WINDSHIElO
22. Scrape or wipe the excess adhesive off with a putty
knife or towel.
NOTE: To remove adhesive from a painted surface
or the windshield, wipe with a soft shop towel
dampened with alcohol.
23. Let the adhesive dry for at least one hour, then
spray water over the windshield and check for
leaks. mark leaking areas, and let the windshield
dry. then seal with sealant.
NOTE:
• Let the vehicle stand for at least four hours after
windshield installation. If the vehicle has to be
used within the first four hours, it mu st be driven
slowly.
• Keep the windshield dry for the first hour after
installation.
• Check that the ends of the side molding are set
under the cowl cover.
24. Reinstall all remaining removed parts.
NOTE:
• Install the rearview mirror rubber damper after
the adhesive has dried thoroughly.
• Advise the customer not to do the following
things for two to three 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
drivinc over rouch. uneven roads).
Quarter Glass Replacement
CAUTION:
• Put on gloves to protect your hands.
• Use seat covers to avoid damaging any surfaces.
1. To remove the quarter glass, first remove the:
2.
• Rear seat (see pag e 20-63)
• Cargo floor lid and cargo storage bin (see page
20· 43)
• Rear trim panel and rear side trim panel (see
page 20·42)
• Rear hatch glass support strut (see page 20-78)
• Quarter pillar trim panel (see page 20-42)
• Taillight (s ee section 23)
NOTE : With the rear hatch glass support strut
removed, you will need to support the rear hatch
glass by hand.
From inside the vehicle, use a knife to cut through
the quarter glass adhesive all the way around.
NOTE:
• If the quarter glass is to be reinstalled, take care
not to damage the molding.
• If the molding is damaged, replace the quarter
glass, molding, and clips as an assembly.
• The quarter glass can be reinstalled using butyl
tape.
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