Windshield Molding Separation (ITB01-059)

Publication date: 2001-09-18
Reference number: ITB01-059

WINDSHIELD MOLDING SEPARATION

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): ITB01-059, Date of Issue: September 18, 2001

INFINITI:	1999-2001 Q45
CLASSIFICATION:	BT01-029
SECTION:	Body and Trim
APPLIED VEHICLE(S):	1999-2001 Q45 (FY33)

SERVICE INFORMATION

If the windshield molding(s) on a 1999-01 Q45 separates from the body at the top center area of the windshield, use this Service Procedure to resolve the incident, should it occur.

NOTE: This is the ONLY authorized repair procedure for this incident. A claim to Infiniti for the repair of this incident may be denied if the repair is not performed exactly as outlined in this bulletin.

Fig 1: Molding Separation

NOTE: During re-installation of the new molding(s), use urethane adhesive to glue down the last one inch of the top center molding(s) to prevent future separation.

SERVICE PROCEDURE

Remove the top center molding clip (see Fig 1 ) and the affected windshield molding(s) [See Fig 2 ].

Fig 2: Applying New Urethane
Remove the old urethane adhesive:
- Around the windshield glass edge, where the windshield molding(s) was removed (see Fig 2 )
- From the vehicle body after the fasteners are removed
CAUTION: Use a plastic-edged tool when removing the adhesive to avoid chipping/damaging the windshield edge and body paint. If the body paint is damaged, repair as necessary to avoid rust/corrosion.
Inspect and replace any molding fasteners that are damaged (see Fig 2 ).
After all urethane adhesive is removed and any fasteners are replaced, apply 3M(tm) Primer/Degreaser PN 08683 (or equivalent) to the following areas:
- Around the entire windshield glass edge as shown in Fig 2 .
- To the last one inch of the left and/or right windshield molding(s) at the top, center location (see Fig 2 ).
NOTE: Allow the Primer/Degreaser to dry for 1 to 2 minutes before performing step 5 below.
Apply 3M(tm) Urethane Adhesive PN 08609 (or equivalent) to the following areas:
- Around the entire windshield edge where the old adhesive was removed (see Fig 2 ).
- To the last one inch of the left and/or right windshield molding(s) at the top, center location (see Fig 2 ).
Install the windshield molding(s), making sure it is fully seated and there are no gaps in the corners.
Re-install the top, center molding joint as follows:
1. Apply primer/degreaser to the underside of the top rubber portion of the joint (see Fig 3 ).
  
  Fig 3: Top Center Molding Joint
2. Apply adhesive to the underside of the top rubber portion of the joint (see Fig 3 ).
3. Install the joint, making sure it is fully seated.
Remove/clean all excess adhesive from the glass, body, and molding(s).

PARTS INFORMATION

Description	P/N	Qty
Molding - Windshield, LH	72761-3H010	1
Molding - Windshield, RH	72760-3H010	1
Joint - Windshield Molding	72766-3H010	1

CLAIMS INFORMATION

Submit a Primary Failed Part (PP) line claim using the following claims coding:

CLAIMS INFORMATION

Description

PFP

OP Code

SYM

DIA

FRT

RPL Windshield Molding Assy

72761-3H010

UG12AA

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⁽¹⁾	Reference the current Infiniti Warranty Flat Rate Information Manual and use the indicated FRT.