Escape 4WD L4-2.5L Hybrid (2009)
9. NOTE: The windshield glass must be positioned within 10 minutes of applying the urethane adhesive.
NOTE: Use either a high-ratio electric or battery-operated caulk gun that will apply the urethane adhesive with less effort and a continuous bead.
Apply urethane adhesive on top of the existing trimmed urethane adhesive bead on the pinch weld, starting and ending at the bottom of the
windshield near the center, make sure there are no gaps in the bead.
10. WARNING: Do not drive vehicle until the urethane adhesive seal has cured. Follow urethane adhesive manufacturer's curing directions.
Inadequate or incorrect curing of the urethane adhesive seal will adversely affect glass retention. Failure to follow these instructions may
result in serious injury to vehicle occupant(s).
NOTICE: Before positioning the windshield glass, open vehicle windows to prevent the air pressure of closing doors from affecting the
urethane adhesive bond.
Install the windshield glass, aligning it to the marks previously made.
11. NOTE: The urethane adhesive must cure for a minimum of one hour before testing for air and water leaks.
After the urethane adhesive has cured, check for water leaks and add urethane adhesive where needed.
12. If necessary, remove excess urethane adhesive from the exterior surface of the windshield glass.
13. Install the cowl panel grille.
14. Reposition the front portion of the headliner.
15. Install the LH and RH sun visors and visor clips.
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If equipped, connect the electrical connectors.
16. Install the interior rear view mirror.
17. Position the overhead console and install the 2 overhead console screws.
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If equipped, connect the electrical connector.
18. Install the 2 windshield side garnish mouldings.
19. Install the LH and RH A-pillar trim panels.
