Windshield - Leak Testing/Repair Procedures
83VW02Applies To RABBIT, PICKUP
1983 Models
Group
64
Subject
Windshield
Part Identifier 64 16
Key Points
Windshield leak testing/repair procedures
C
Number
83-03
August 8, 1983
Windshield leak testing procedure
- remove A-pillar and top windshield garnish moldings
- hose down windshield with water (regular line pressure) and try to locate leaking area
- apply air pressure (regular line pressure) from inside vehicle directly onto urethane sealer and observe air escaping on the outside of windshield
CAUTION
Avoid damaging window stickers
- mark leaking area
Note
If original urethane seal is tacky in area of leak, entire windshield must be replaced per Product Circular, Group 64, No... 83-02
Repair procedure
Note
If leaks are located on the bottom or lower windshield corners, dashboard must be loosened and lower garnish molding removed to gain access
Tools required:
mat or utility knife needle nose pliers cotter pin puller or similar tool
Material required:
urethane sealer, Part No. 175 898 099 cleaning agent - Essex (Amchem) Sol-Sal 127 or equivalent recommended
CAUTION
Always read all instructions and warnings supplied with materials
- in the area of leakage, carefully cut urethane sealer along windshield and body flange
Note
Care should be taken not to damage the windshield primer and body paint
- pry out old sealer using cotter pin puller or needle nose pliers. Remove sufficient amount of sealer to allow caulking gun nozzle to be inserted into cutaway area
CAUTION
To prevent breakage while working on leak area do not apply excess presure to windshield
- fill cutaway area with sealer. Assure that sealer reaches deeper section of channel
- clean surrounding areas after one hour curing time
- retest repaired area for water leaks
- if lower garnish molding was removed, reinstall, and secure dashboard
- reinstall A-pillar and top windshield garnish moldings