Fleetwood Brougham V8-307 5.0L (1989)
WINDSHIELD INSTALLATION
The steps below are to be used with the replacement procedures found in Section 10-2 of the 1991 Service Information Manual. Use of these steps to
isolate the windshield from the body will reduce external stresses that may cause cracks. An explanation of when to use the short or extended method is
also provided in the Service Manual.
Both Methods:
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Dry set the windshield to evaluate fit according to published procedures. Adjust height of remaining urethane bead as necessary (short method).
Determine amount of new urethane required.
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Be sure to apply a foam acoustical/isolation seal, P/N 25540623, to the bottom of the new glass. Position the foam seal along the line provided in
the black-out area of the glass with the seal above the line. If necessary, refer to the old glass for proper location.
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Upon windshield installation, ensure the glass is centered in the opening and not contacting the body pillars or trim. It may be necessary to rotate
the interior pillar trim away from the glass, or remove it until after glass installation to prevent interference. Use of the tape guide applied during
dry set will herp in positioning the windshield.
Short Method Only:
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When removing the windshield, the short method should be used whenever possible This method maintains 3-5 mm of the old urethane on the
body opening flange as a base for the new application. The urethane base should be level; trim the high spots and fill any iow areas with new
urethane.
Extended Method Only:
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Once all of the old urethane has been removed from the body opening, inspect the flange for irregularities. Rework high spots, which may cause
concentrated stress points after glass installation.
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After required body and paint work have been completed and urethane bonding body primer has been applied to the body opening flange, fill any
remaining low spots with new urethane to ensure proper wet-out in these areas during windshield installation.
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When preparing the body for reinstallation of the windshield, do not use spacers at top and sides. Evaluate the need for spacers at the bottom
during dry set.
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