Mountaineer 2WD V6-4.0L VIN K Flex Fuel (2002)
9. NOTE: Lubricate the urethane adhesive with water to aid the special tool when cutting.
Using the special tool, cut the urethane adhesive from the windshield glass starting at the top center and work toward the bottom corners.
10. Using the special tool, distance the windshield from the body.
11. Using the special tool, cut the remaining urethane adhesive and remove the windshield glass.
12. Using a soft brush or vacuum, remove any foreign material or dirt from the pinch weld.
Installation
CAUTION: After installing the urethane installed glass, the vehicle should not be driven until the urethane has cured. The curing times at
temperatures above 13°C (55°F) and relative humidity above 50% is 12-24 hours. (refer to Essex Drive away chart for cure times as
temperatures and humidity vary). Inadequate curing of the urethane may adversely affect the strength of the urethane bond.
1. Dry fit the windshield. Make alignment marks with tape or non-staining grease pencil.
2. CAUTION: Do not scratch the pinch weld area.
Trim the remaining urethane adhesive on the pinch weld to within the specification.
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The surface should be smooth and free of cuts and contamination.