Spark

Windscreen Replacement

Special Tools

J-24402 Glass Sealant Remover

Warning: Refer to Defroster Outlet Warning in the Preface section.




1. Remove the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement .
2. Remove the inside rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement .
3. Remove the weatherstrip around the windscreen.



4. Using the J-24402 glass sealant remover (1), cut the adhesive around the windscreen.



5. Remove the windscreen from the vehicle.
6. Using a knife, remove the adhesive from the windscreen.

1. Install the new weatherstrip to the windscreen.



2. Apply tape to the new weatherstrip and the windscreen to hold the weatherstrip in place.
3. Apply adhesive primer to the windscreen frame and the perimeter of the windscreen.




Warning: Insufficient curing of urethane adhesive may allow unrestrained occupants to be ejected from the vehicle resulting in personal injury.

•	For the moisture-curing type of urethane adhesive, allow a minimum of 6 hours at 21°C (70°F) or greater and with at least 30 percent relative humidity. Allow at least 24 hours for the complete curing of the urethane adhesive.

•	For the chemical-curing type of urethane adhesive, allow a minimum of 1 hour .

Do NOT physically disturb the repair area until after these minimum times have elapsed.
4. Apply glass adhesive to the windscreen frame.



5. Install the windscreen into the windscreen frame.
6. Reposition the tape over the weatherstrip, the windscreen and the windscreen frame to hold the windscreen in place.
7. Let the adhesive dry for 24 hours.
8. Remove the tape.



9. Inspect for water leaks by pouring water on the windscreen. If a leak is found, dry the windscreen and fill the area that leaks with adhesive. If the leak persists, remove the windscreen and repeat the entire procedure.
10. Install the inside rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement .
11. Install the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement .