Heated Glass Element: Service and Repair

WARNING:
- THE REPAIR KIT MAY CAUSE SKIN OR EYE IRRITATION. THE KIT CONTAINS EPOXY RESIN AND AMINE TYPE HARDENER AND HARMFUL:
- DO NOT TAKE INTERNALLY, IF SWALLOWED INDUCE VOMITING AND CALL A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.
- IF SKIN CONTACT OCCURS, WASH AFFECTED AREAS WITH SOAP AND WATER.
- IF EYE CONTACT OCCURS, FLUSH WITH PLENTY OF WATER.USE WITH ADEQUATE VENTILATION. DO NOT USE NEAR FIRE OR OPEN FLAME THE CONTENTS CONTAIN FLAMMABLE SOLVENTS. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

NOTE: The rear window defogger grid lines are serviced with the rear window glass. If the repair of a grid line does not completely fix the grid line and allow it to function properly, replacement of the lift-gate glass will be necessary.

The repair of the grid lines is possible using the Mopar(R) Grid Line Repair Package or an equivalent.

Grid Line Repair:

1. Mask the repair area so the conductive epoxy can be extended onto the grid line(s) or the bus bar.
2. Follow the instructions in the repair kit for preparing the damaged area.
3. Remove the package separator clamp and mix the conductive epoxy thoroughly. Fold in half and cut the center corner to dispense the epoxy.
4. Apply the conductive epoxy through the slit in the masking tape. Overlap both ends of the break(s) by 19 mm (3/4 inch).
5. Carefully remove the masking tape from the grid line(s).

CAUTION: To prevent the glass from fracturing, do not allow the glass surface to exceed 204°C (400°F).

6. Allow the epoxy to cure 24 hours at room temperature or use a heat gun with a 260° to 371°C (500°to 700°F) range for 15 minutes. Hold the heat gun approximately 254 mm (10 inches) from the repaired area.
7. After the conductive epoxy is properly cured, verify operation of the rear window defogger.