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Poor
quality glass, improper adhesive selection, or a hurried replacement
process can cause problems, such as: air whistles, water leaks,
rust, distorted vision, heating or cooling discomfort, or loss
of vehicle safety features. To help avoid these problems, we
recommend that you use only certified professionals with the
proper credentials to do repairs/installation jobs. Properly
done windshield replacement involves a multi-step process and
use of sophisticated adhesive systems. A quality windshield
installation usually takes between 30 – 60 minutes
and involves multiple steps. It is important to note that ”safe
drive away time” is determined and controlled by the adhesive
manufacturer's specifications for adhesive cure time.
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Steps to Proper Windshield Installation |
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Inspect
Vehicle for Any Pre-Existing Damage
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Protect
All Vulnerable Areas of the Vehicle Prior to Work
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| Remove
Moldings, Wipers, Cowl and Trim from Windshield |
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Cut
Broken Windshield from the Pinchweld and Remove
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| Pinchweld
Preparation and Fitting |
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Trim
Existing Urethane Bead to 1/16" Thickness:
Full Cut Technique
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| Dryset
Windshield in Opening to Assure Fit |
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| Primer
and Urethane Application |
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Based
on Temperature, Humidity, Air Bag and Time the Vehicle
Can Remain Out of Service, Select the Proper Adhesive
(Urethane)
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Apply
Pinchweld Primer to Pinchweld Surface
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| Clean
Inside of Replacement Windshield |
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Apply
Glass Prep to Windshield Perimeter
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Apply
Primer to Windshield Perimeter
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| Glass
and Parts Replacement |
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Set
Windshield in Place, Level and Center the Unit
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Reinstall
Wipers, Cowl and Any other Devices Detached During
the Glass Removal
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Check
the Windshield for Leaks
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Inspect
and Clean Vehicle
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| Provide
Instructions to the Car Owner |
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Keep
Vehicle Out of Service Until Safe Drive Away Time
Has Been Obtained
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Note:
Be sure to ask your installer
how long the adhesive will take to cure. Depending on weather
conditions, temperature and humidity and the adhesive used,
it can take between 30 minutes and 24 hours for the adhesive
to cure to a safe vehicle drive away time. There are several
types of adhesives that range in cost and cure.
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Southwest
Professional Auto Glass
11610
Reeder Road
Dallas, TX 75229
Metro Phone: (972) 243-2121
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