LS2 V6-3.0L VIN R (2000)
4. Install grid line repair decal or two strips of tape positioned above and below repair area.
5. At room temperature, apply grid line repair material to repair area using the applicator provided with kit.
6. Carefully remove the decal or tape.
NOTE: The grid line repair material must be cured with heat. To avoid heat damage to interior trim, protect the trim near the repair area where
heat is to be applied.
IMPORTANT: At least 24 hours are required for complete curing of repair materials. the unit should not be physically disturbed until after that
time.
7. Apply heat to repair area for one to two minutes holding heat gun nozzle 25-50 mm (1-2 inches) from surface (Distance A). A minimum
temperature of 149 degrees C (300 degrees F) is required.
8. Inspect grid line repair area. If repair appears discolored, apply a coating of tincture of iodine to repair area using a pipe cleaner or fine brush.
Allow iodine to dry for about 30 seconds and carefully wipe off excess with lint free cloth.
9. Test rear defogger operation to verify grid line repair.
BUS BAR TERMINAL REPAIR
The rear defogger bus bar terminal can be attached by soldering using solder containing three percent silver and rosin flux paste.
1. Buff area to be repaired with fine steel wool. This removes the oxide coating formed during glass manufacture.
2. Apply the paste-type rosin flux in small quantities to the terminal and bus bar repair area using a brush.
3. The soldering iron tip should be coated with solder beforehand. Use only enough heat to melt the solder and only enough solder to ensure a
complete repair.
4. Do not over heat the terminal when soldering it to the bus bar.
