Removal and Installation

WINDSHIELD GLASS

Removal and Installation


REMOVAL

1.Remove the front pillar garnish (LH/RH). Refer to "Removal and Installation" Removal and Installation.
2.Disconnect the inside mirror harness connector.
3.Remove the rain sensor bracket. Refer to "Removal and Installation" Removal and Installation.
4.Remove body side weather-strip and front pillar finisher. Refer to "Removal and Installation" Removal and Installation.
5.Remove the front roof finisher.Refer to the "Removal and Installation" Removal and Installation.
6.Remove the front wiper arm. Refer to "Removal and Installation" Removal and Installation.
7.Remove the cowl top cover. Refer to "Removal and Installation" Removal and Installation.
8.Apply protective tape around the windshield glass to protect the painted surface from damage.
9.Remove glass using piano wire or power cutting tool (A) and an inflatable pump bag (B) after removing moldings.





NOTE:
Mark the body and the glass with matching marks if the windshield glass is reused.

WARNING:
Always wear safety glasses and heavy gloves to help prevent glass splinters from entering your eyes or cutting your hands when cutting the glass from the vehicle.

CAUTION:
- Never use a cutting knife or power cutting tool when the windshield glass is reused.
- Be careful not to scratch the glass when removing.
- Never set or stand the glass on its edge. Small chips may develop into cracks.

INSTALLATION

- The dam rubber should be installed in position.
- Use a Genuine Nissan Urethane Adhesive Kit (if available) or equivalent and follow the instructions furnished with it.
- Open a door window while the urethane adhesive is curing. This prevents the glass from being forced out by passenger room air pressure when all door windows are closed.
- The molding must be installed securely so that it is in position and leaves no clearance.
- Inform the customer that the vehicle should remain stationary until the urethane adhesive is completely cured (approximately 24 hours). Curing time varies with temperature and humidity.

WARNING:
- Keep heat and open flames away as primers and adhesive are flammable.
- The materials contained in the kit are harmful if swallowed, and may irritate skin and eyes. Never let them come in contact with the skin and eyes.
- Use in an open, well ventilated location. Never breathe the vapors. They may be harmful if inhaled.
Move immediately to an area with fresh air if affected by vapor inhalation.
- Driving the vehicle before the urethane adhesive is completely cured may affect the performance of the windshield glass in case of an accident.

CAUTION:
- Perform adjustment of front wiper arms stop location. Refer to "Adjustment" Adjustments.
- Never use an adhesive which is past its usable term. Shelf life of this product is limited to six months after the date of manufacture. Adhere carefully to the expiration or manufacture date printed on the box.
- Keep primers and adhesive in a cool, dry place. Ideally, they should be stored in a refrigerator.
- Never leave primers or adhesive cartridge unattended with their caps open or off.
- The vehicle should not be driven for at least 24 hours or until the urethane adhesive is completely cured. Curing time varies depending on temperature and humidity. The curing time increases under lower temperature and lower humidity.