Riviera V6-231 3.8L VIN C SFI (1989)
Windshield: All Technical Service Bulletins
Windshield - Revised Removal & Installation
Bulletin
89-10-15A
Date
June, 89
Ref. No.
89-025A-10
Corp. Ref. No.
811525R
SUBJECT:
SERVICE MANUAL REVISION - WINDSHIELD REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
MODELS AFFECTED:
1986-89 LESABRES
1985-89 ELECTRAS
1986-89 RIVIERAS
This bulletin supersedes Buick Bulletin 89-10-15 (Corp. 811525). Step 7 has been changed and Figure 2 updated.
The following procedure should be followed when replacing the windshields on 1986-89 LeSabres, 1985-1989 Electras and 1986-1989 Rivieras. This
procedure supersedes the procedures given in the past Body Service Manual.
1.
Place protective coverings on vehicle to prevent damage to paint or interior.
2.
Remove wiper arms, windshield reveal moldings, and glass supports.
3.
Using a razor or utility knife, make a preliminary cut around the entire perimeter of glass staying as close to the edge of the glass as possible.
4.
Using cold knife, J-24402-A or equivalent, cut out windshield keeping blade as close to the edge of glass as possible. Remove windshield.
5.
Using a sharp scraper or chisel, remove the old urethane from the window opening.
It is not necessary to remove all traces of the urethane, but there should not be any excessive amounts or loose pieces left.
6.
Check opening for uneven sheet metal and/or spot weld burrs. Rework as required to eliminate disruptive surfaces.
NOTICE:
If refinishing or painting operations are required or painted surface is exposed during removal of material, black body primer should be applied to
exposed area.
