A4 Quattro Sedan V6-2.8L (ACK) (1997)
Windshield: Service and Repair
Windshield, Preparing For Installation
Preparing Used Undamaged Window
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When reusing an undamaged windshield, cut back remaining adhesive bead on windshield and flange so that it is even using VAG1561 electric
cutter and VAG1561/10 scraper, but do not remove adhesive completely.
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Leftover adhesive material is required as a base for better adhesion of the new adhesive bonding/sealing material.
CAUTION!
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Keep bonding surface free of dirt and grease.
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Do not cut back bonding surface until shortly before installation.
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Do not prime bonding surface and do not treat with cleaning solution.
Installing New Window
NOTE: Any stickers to be placed on the window (e.g. airbag) must be placed at same position on new window.
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Clean adhesion area around edge of window using glass cleaner D 009 401 04.
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Prime surface using D 009 200 02 as described later.
CAUTION!
The ceramic application on the windshield is not primed! It is essential that you prime the surface before applying the adhesive material.
Fig. 1 Applying Primer
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Apply primer -2- evenly in one motion using applicator -1-.
Initially apply using felt ball saturated with primer.
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Allow primer to air dry for approx. 10 minutes.
Width of primer coat -a- = approx. 20 mm (3/4 in.).
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Apply primer in center of adhesive bead.
Fig. 2 Dimensions For Application Of Adhesive
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Adhesive bead
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Primer
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Windshield
Dimension -a- = 8 mm
Dimension -b- = 12 mm