Windshield Glass: Installation

All Vehicle 

1. Dry-fit the windshield glass by centering it side-to-side and by adjusting the setting blocks (if equipped) to get the correct position of the part top-to-bottom. Make alignment marks with tape or non-staining grease pencil on both the glass and the vehicle body.
CAUTION: Care must be taken to avoid scratching the pinch weld.
Fig 1: Trimming Remaining Urethane On Pinch Weld
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
2. Trim the remaining urethane on the pinch weld using only the full-cut method. in this method, most of the existing urethane is removed leaving a level bead around the entire pinch weld.
3. Using a wool applicator, apply the Urethane Metal Primer Essex U-413 meeting Ford specification WSB-M2G234-C to any exposed metal on the pinch weld. Allow 6 to 10 minutes to dry.
4. If reinstalling the original windshield glass, remove the excess urethane adhesive from the windshield glass.
5. If installing a new windshield glass, clean the inside of the glass surface with an alcohol-free cleaner to make sure the ceramic-coated area is clean.
CAUTION: Wipe off the urethane glass prep immediately after each application because it flash dries. Apply deliberate strokes, making sure not to overlap the applied area.
6. If installing a new windshield glass, apply Urethane Glass Prep Essex U-401 meeting Ford specification WSB-M2G314-B twice around the class surface to be prepped.
7. If installing a new windshield glass, apply Urethane Glass Primer Essex U-402 meeting Ford specification WSB-M5B280-C to the same area that was in the previous step. Allow five minutes to dry.
8. Cut the applicator tip to specification.
   Fig 2: Cutting Applicator Tip

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CAUTION: If the vehicle is to be driven within 24 hours of urethane adhesive application, Urethane Adhesive Essex U-216 meeting Ford specification WSB-M2G316-B must be used due to its one hour cure time.
Fig 3: Applying Urethane Adhesive Essex 400-Hv Or Essex U-216 Meeting Ford Specification WSB-M2G316-B To Pinch Weld
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9. Apply a bead of Urethane Adhesive Essex 400-HV or Essex U-216 meeting Ford specification WSB-M2G316-B to the pinch weld.
CAUTION: Open a window to prevent the windshield glass from being pushed out by air pressure when a door is closed.
10. Using the alignment marks install the windshield glass.
11. After the glass is set, check for water leaks and add urethane adhesive where needed.
12. Install the cowl grille.
    Fig 4: Installing Cowl Grille

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13. Install the cowl grille weatherstrip.
    Fig 5: Installing Cowl Grille Weatherstrip

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14. Install the two windshield wiper pivot arms.
    • Position the arms.
    • Install the windshield wiper pivot arms.
15. Install the headliner.

    Coupe 

16. Install the sun visors and clips.
    Fig 6: Installing Sun Visors And Clips

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17. 17. Install the roof side trim moulding. For additional information, refer to EXTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION .

    Convertible 

18. Install the exterior A-pillar moulding and screw.
    Fig 7: Installing Exterior A-Pillar Moulding And Screw

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19. Install the weatherstrip retainers.
    Fig 8: Installing Weatherstrip Retainers

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20. Install the weatherstrips.
    Fig 9: Installing Weatherstrips

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21. Position the sun visors and install the screws.
    • Connect the electrical connector(s).
      Fig 10: Positioning Sun Visors

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22. Install the visor trim moulding.
    Fig 11: Installing Visor Trim Moulding

    Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    All Vehicles 

23. Install the RH and LH windshield side garnish moulding.
    • If equipped with a convertible top, install the pin-type retainers.
      Fig 12: Installing RH And LH Windshield Side Garnish Moulding

      Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
24. Install the interior rear view mirror.