Explorer 4WD V6-4.0L (2009)
11. Using The Pumper, distance the windshield from the body.
12. Using the Deluxe Windshield Removal Tool, cut the remaining urethane adhesive.
13. NOTE: Removing the windshield glass requires more than one technician.
NOTE: If reinstalling the windshield glass, tape the windshield at the windshield stops to aid in alignment of the glass during installation.
Carefully remove the windshield glass from the vehicle and place on a stable work surface.
Installation
1. NOTE: Raise the setting block until flush with top. Lock the blocks into place after windshield is installed.
Raise the setting blocks.
2. Dry-fit the new windshield glass on the existing urethane adhesive bead on the pinch weld.
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Position the windshield glass on the pinch weld.
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Center the windshield glass in the opening.
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Make alignment marks with tape or non-staining grease pencil (preferably at the windshield glass setting blocks) on the windshield glass and
the body.
3. After the dry-fit alignment, remove the glass assembly from the windshield opening and place on a stable work surface with the interior side of the
glass facing upward.
4. WARNING: Repair any corrosion found on the pinch weld. The pinch weld is a structural component of the vehicle. Corrosion left
unrepaired may reduce the structural integrity of the vehicle. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious injury to vehicle
occupant(s).
NOTE: Avoid scratching the pinch weld. Repair all minor scratches or exposed metal on the pinch weld following manufacturer's instructions.
Use the same brand pinchweld primer, glass primer and urethane adhesive.
Using an appropriate tool, trim the urethane adhesive leaving a 1 mm to 2 mm (0.04 in to 0.08 in) base of original equipment urethane adhesive on
the pinch weld.
