Honda S2000 Service Manual page 709

Glass
Glass Replacement Process (cont'd)
21. Pack adhesive into the cartridge without air pockets
to ensure continuous delivery. Putthe cartridge in a
caulking gun, and run a bead of adhesive (A)
around the edge oJ the glass (B) between the
rubber dam (C) and molding (D) as shown,
windshield (see page 20-29), rear window (see
page 20-32). Apply the adhesive within 30 minutes
after applying the glass primer. Make a slightly
thicker bead at each corner'
Use suction cups to hold the glass over the opening,
align it with the alignment marks made in step 3 or
16. and set it down on the adhesive Lightly push
on the glass until its edges are fully seated on the
adhesive all the way around. Do not open or close
the doors until the adhesive is dry.
Scrape or wipe the excess adhesive off with a putty
knife or towel. To remove adhesive from a painted
surface or the glass, wipe with a soft shop towel
damoened with alcohol.
24. Let the adhesive dry for at least t hour,thenspray
water over the glass and check for leaks. Mark
leaking areas, and let the glass dry, then seal with
sealant:
. Let the vehicle stand for at least 4 hours after
glass installation. lf the vehicle has to be used
within the first 4 hours. it must be driven slowly.
. Keep the glass dry for the first hour after
installation.
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25. Reinstall atl remaining removed parts. Installthe
rearview mirror after the adhesive has dried
thoroughly (windshield)
NOTE: Advise the customer notto do the following
things for 2 to 3 days:
. Slam the doors with all the windows rolled up.
. Twist the bodv excessivelv (such as when going
in and out of driveways at an angle or driving
over rough, uneven roads).