Rabbit Hatchback L4-1588cc 1.6L DSL SOHC (1983)
Windshield: All Technical Service Bulletins
Windshield - Leak Testing/Repair Procedures
Applies To
RABBIT, PICKUP
1983 Models
Group
64
Subject
Windshield
Part Identifier 64 16
Key Points
Windshield leak testing/repair procedures
C
Number
83-03
August 8, 1983
Windshield leak testing procedure
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remove A-pillar and top windshield garnish moldings
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hose down windshield with water (regular line pressure) and try to locate leaking area
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apply air pressure (regular line pressure) from inside vehicle directly onto urethane sealer and observe air escaping on the outside of windshield
CAUTION
Avoid damaging window stickers
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mark leaking area
Note
If original urethane seal is tacky in area of leak, entire windshield must be replaced per Product Circular, Group 64, No... 83-02
Repair procedure
Note
If leaks are located on the bottom or lower windshield corners, dashboard must be loosened and lower garnish molding removed to gain access
Tools required:
mat or utility knife needle nose pliers cotter pin puller or similar tool
Material required:
urethane sealer, Part No. 175 898 099 cleaning agent - Essex (Amchem) Sol-Sal 127 or equivalent recommended
CAUTION
Always read all instructions and warnings supplied with materials
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in the area of leakage, carefully cut urethane sealer along windshield and body flange
Note
Care should be taken not to damage the windshield primer and body paint
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pry out old sealer using cotter pin puller or needle nose pliers. Remove sufficient amount of sealer to allow caulking gun nozzle to be inserted into
cutaway area