Intrigue V6-3.8L VIN K (1998)
Windshield Replacement: Installation Procedure
13. Apply a continuous bead of urethane adhesive around the windshield opening pinchweld or to the edge of the windshield where primed in step 10.
14. With the aid of a helper use suction cups to lift the windshield into the opening.
15. Use the tape applied in step 3 to place windshield in the proper position.
16. Press the windshield firmly to wet-out and seat the urethane adhesive.
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Using a small disposable brush or flat-bladed tool, paddle the adhesive material around the edge of windshield to ensure a watertight seal.
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If necessary, paddle additional material to fill voids in the seal.
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Use care to avoid excessive squeeze out which would cause an appearance problem.
Windshield Replacement: Installation Procedure
17. Apply tape to the windshield and the roof to help hold the windshield in position until the urethane adhesive cures.
18. Partially lower a window to prevent pressure build up when closing doors prior to urethane adhesive cure.
19. Watertest the vehicle at once using a soft spray.
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Use warm or hot water if available.
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Do not direct hard stream of water at the fresh urethane adhesive material.
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If any leaks are found, paddle in extra urethane adhesive at leak point using a small disposable brush or flat-bladed tool.
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Water applied on top of urethane adhesive, either during watertest or as a separate operation, will speed up the cure of the urethane adhesive.
20. Install the air inlet grille.
21. Install the windshield wipers arms and blades.
22. Install the rearview mirror.
23. Remove protective tape from around the windshield.
24. Clean the surface of windshield of excess urethane adhesive by wiping with a clean, dampened cloth using GM Window Cleaner GM P/N
1050427 or isopropyl alcohol, then allow to air dry.
25. Allow the vehicle to remain at a normal room temperature of 22°C (72°F) and 30 percent humidity for a minimum of 6 hours.
26. DO NOT DRIVE VEHICLE until the urethane adhesive has cured a minium of 6 hours at room temperature.
