Mustang V8-4.6L DOHC VIN R (2003)
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.
CAUTION: Care must be taken to avoid scratching the 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.
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.
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.
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.
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: 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.
10. Using the alignment marks install the windshield glass.
CAUTION: Open a window to prevent the windshield glass from being pushed out by air pressure when a door is closed.
