Glass (4-cyl) — Acura TSX II (2008-2014)

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Windshield Replacement

Note. Wear eye protection while cutting the glass adhesive with a piano wire. Put on gloves to protect your hands. Use seat covers to avoid damaging the seat. Glass adhesive can be efficiently cut with a commercially available auto glass tool. See the tool manufacturer's instructions for details.

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Remove these items: Rearview mirror (see «REARVIEW MIRROR REPLACEMENT»(/acura/tsx/ii-2008-2014/remont/mirrors/#mirrors-4-cyl) ) Cowl cover (see «COWL COVER REPLACEMENT»(/acura/tsx/ii-2008-2014/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#exterior-trim-4-cyl__cowl-cover-replacement) ) A-pillar trims, both sides (see «A-PILLAR TRIM»(/acura/tsx/ii-2008-2014/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim-4-cyl__a-pillar-trim) ) Windshield side trims, both sides (see «WINDSHIELD SIDE TRIM REPLACEMENT»(/acura/tsx/ii-2008-2014/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#exterior-trim-4-cyl__windshield-side-trim-replacement) ) Roof moldings, both sides (see «ROOF MOLDING REPLACEMENT - SEDAN»(/acura/tsx/ii-2008-2014/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#exterior-trim-4-cyl__roof-molding-replacement-sedan) )
Remove the windshield molding (A) from the upper edge of the windshield (B). If necessary, cut the molding with a utility knife.
If the original windshield will be reinstalled, make alignment marks across the glass and the body with a grease pencil.
Pull down the front area of the headliner: Sedan (see «HEADLINER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - SEDAN»(/acura/tsx/ii-2008-2014/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim-4-cyl__headliner-removalinstallation-sedan) ) Sport Wagon (see «HEADLINER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - SPORT WAGON»(/acura/tsx/ii-2008-2014/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim-4-cyl__headliner-removalinstallation-sport-wagon) ) NOTE: Take care not to bend the headliner excessively, or you may crease or break it.
Apply protective tape along the edge of the dashboard and the body. Make a hole with an awl through the rubber dam and the adhesive from inside the vehicle at a corner of the windshield. Push a piece of piano wire through the hole, and wrap each end around a piece of wood.
With a helper on the outside, pull the piano wire (A) back and forth in a sawing motion. Hold the piano wire as close to the windshield (B) as possible to prevent damage to the body and the dashboard. Carefully cut through the rubber dam and the adhesive (C) around the entire windshield. Cutting positions
Carefully remove the windshield.
Scrape smooth the original adhesive with a knife until there is a thickness of about 2 mm (0.08 in) on the bonding surface around the entire windshield opening flange: Do not scrape down to the painted surface of the body; damaged paint will interfere with proper bonding. Remove the rubber dams from the body. Replace the dashboard seal with a new one.
Clean the body bonding surface with a shop towel dampened with isopropyl alcohol. After cleaning, keep oil, grease, and water from getting on the clean surface.
If you are reinstalling the original windshield, scrape off the original adhesive, the upper clips, and the rubber dams from the windshield with a putty knife. Clean the bonding surfaces on the inside face and the edge of the windshield with isopropyl alcohol. Make sure the bonding surface is kept free of water, oil, and grease.
Before installing a new windshield, attach the new rearview mirror harness cover base to the inside face of the windshield (see «REARVIEW MIRROR HARNESS COVER BASE REPLACEMENT»(/acura/tsx/ii-2008-2014/remont/windows/#glass-4-cyl__rearview-mirror-harness-cover-base-replacement) ).
Apply glass primer to the upper clip mounting areas on the windshield (B), and let it dry. Remove the adhesive backing and attach the rubber dams A, the upper clips (C) and the dashboard seals (D) to the inside of the windshield as shown: Make sure the rubber dams, the upper clips, and the dashboard seals line up with the alignment marks "(E)". Make sure the index tabs (F) of the left and right clips face the right side. Be careful not to touch the windshield where the adhesive will be applied.
Attach the rubber dam B with adhesive tape to the inside surface of the windshield (A) as shown, using the edge of the black ceramic-coated area (C) as a guide. Make sure the rubber dam lines up with the alignment marks (D). Be careful not to touch the windshield where the adhesive will be applied.
Attach the molding (A) with adhesive tape (B) to the upper edge of the windshield (C). Be careful not to touch the windshield where the adhesive will be applied.
Attach the windshield upper seal (A) with adhesive tape to the inside surface of the molding (B) as shown.
Set the windshield in the opening, and center it. Make alignment marks (A) across the windshield and the body with a grease pencil at the four points shown. Make sure the pins (B) of both upper clips (C) contact with the edge of the body holes. Be careful not to touch the windshield where the adhesive will be applied.
Remove the windshield.
Apply a light coat of glass primer to the windshield (A) along the edge of the molding (B) and the rubber dams (C) as shown, then lightly wipe it off with gauze or cheesecloth: Apply glass primer to the molding. Do not apply body primer to the windshield, and do not mix up the body and glass primer applicators. Never touch the primed surfaces with your hands. If you do, the adhesive may not bond to the windshield properly, causing a leak after the windshield is installed. Keep water, dust, and abrasive materials away from the primed surfaces.
Carefully apply a light coat of body primer to any exposed paint or metal on the windshield mounting flange. Let the body primer dry for at least 10 minutes: Do not apply body primer to any remaining original adhesive on the flange. Cover on the dashboard before applying the primer. Be careful not to mix up the body and glass primer applicators. Never touch the primed surfaces with your hands.
Cut a "V" in the end of the nozzle (A) on the adhesive cartridge as shown.
Put the cartridge in a caulking gun, and run a continuous bead of the adhesive (A) on the windshield (B) along the edge of the molding (C) and rubber dams (D) as shown: Apply the adhesive within 30 minutes after applying the glass primer. Make a slightly thicker bead at each corner.
Hold the windshield with suction cups over the opening, align it with the alignment marks made in step 16 , and set it down on the adhesive. Lightly push on the windshield until its edges are fully seated on the adhesive all the way around. NOTE: Do not open or close any of the doors for about an hour until the adhesive is dry.
Remove the excess adhesive with a putty knife or a shop towel dampened with isopropyl alcohol.
Wait at least an hour for the adhesive to dry, then spray water over the windshield and check for leaks. Mark leaking areas, and let the windshield dry, then seal with sealant. Let the vehicle stand for at least 4 hours after windshield installation. If the vehicle has to be used within the first 4 hours, it must be driven slowly.
Reinstall all removed parts.

Note. Advise the client not to do the following things for 2 to 3 days

Slam the doors with all the windows rolled up.
Twist the body excessively (such as when going in and out of driveways at an angle or driving over rough, uneven roads).

Rearview Mirror Harness Cover Base Replacement

Note. Wear eye protection while cutting the glass adhesive with piano wire. Put on gloves to protect your hands.

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Scheme 137: Rearview Mirror Harness Cover Base Replacement

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Remove the rearview mirror (see «REARVIEW MIRROR REPLACEMENT»(/acura/tsx/ii-2008-2014/remont/mirrors/#mirrors-4-cyl) ).
Carefully cut through the adhesive tape under the rearview mirror harness cover base using the piano wire, then remove the base.
Scrape off all of the original adhesive tape with a putty knife from the windshield. Clean the bonding surface on the inside face of the windshield with isopropyl alcohol where new rearview mirror harness cover base is to be applied. Make sure the installing surface is kept free of water, oil and grease.
If you are reinstalling the original rearview mirror harness cover base (A) to scrape off all of the original adhesive tape from the base with a putty knife. Clean the base surface with isopropyl alcohol. Apply primer to the base as shown and attach the adhesive tape (B) to the base. Adhesive tape: Thickness 0.8 mm (0.031 in) Width 7 mm (0.28 in)
Before installing the rearview mirror harness cover base, apply primer to the area where the harness cover base will be applied to the inside face of the windshield. Let the primer dry at least 10 minutes, then attach it to the windshield within 12 hours.
Attach the rearview mirror harness cover base (A) with adhesive tape (B) to the inside face of the windshield as shown, then press the adhesive areas into place securely.
Reinstall all removed parts.

Rear Window Replacement - Sedan

Note. Wear eye protection while cutting the glass adhesive with a piano wire. Put on gloves to protect your hands. Use seat covers to avoid damaging any surfaces. Do not damage the rear window defogger grid lines, the window antenna grid lines, or the terminals.

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Remove these items: Trunk lid Rear shelf (see «REAR SHELF»(/acura/tsx/ii-2008-2014/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim-4-cyl__rear-shelf) )
Disconnect the window antenna terminals (A) and the rear window defogger terminals (B).
If the original rear window will be reinstalled, make alignment marks across the glass and the body with a grease pencil.
Detach the clips, and pull down the rear area of the headliner (A). NOTE: Take care not to bend the headliner excessively, or you may crease or break it.
Apply protective tape along the inside and outside edges of the body. Make a hole with an awl through the adhesive from inside the vehicle at a corner of the rear window. Push a piece of piano wire through the hole, and wrap each end around a piece of wood.
Remove the lower rubber dam (A) from the lower edge of the rear window (B). If necessary, cut the rubber dam with a utility knife.
With a helper on the outside, pull the piano wire (A) back and forth in a sawing motion. Hold the piano wire as close to the rear window (B) as possible to prevent damage to the body, and carefully cut through the adhesive (C) around the entire rear window. Cutting positions C
Carefully remove the rear window.
Scrape smooth the original adhesive with a knife until there is a thickness of about 2 mm (0.08 in) on the bonding surface around the entire rear window opening flange: Do not scrape down to the painted surface of the body; damaged paint will interfere with proper bonding. Remove the fasteners from the body.
Clean the body bonding surface with a shop towel dampened with isopropyl alcohol. After cleaning, keep oil, grease, and water from getting on the surface.
If you are reinstalling the original rear windshield, scrape off all of the original adhesive, the fasteners, and the rubber dams from the rear window with a putty knife. Clean the bonding surface on the inside face and the edge of the rear window with isopropyl alcohol. Make sure the bonding surface is kept free of water, oil, and grease.
Apply glass primer to the edge of the rear Window (A) where the new lower rubber dam (B) will be attached as shown. Attach the rubber dam with adhesive tape (C) to the lower edge of the rear window: After installing the rubber dam, cut the ends (D) of the rubber dam as shown. Be careful not to touch the windshield where the adhesive will be applied.
Apply glass primer to the upper clip mounting areas on the windshield and let it dry. Attach the upper rubber dam (A), the side rubber dams (B), the upper clips (C), and the fasteners (D) with the adhesive tape to the inside face of the rear window (E) as shown: Make sure the upper rubber dam, the side rubber dams, the upper clips, and the fasteners line up with the alignment marks (F). If necessary, cut the excess rubber dams. Make sure the index tabs (G) on the clips face the right side. Be careful not to touch the rear window where the adhesive will be applied.
Attach the fasteners with the adhesive tape to the rear window opening flange (A) of the body on both sides.
Set the rear window in the opening, and center it. Make alignment marks (A) across the rear window and the body with a grease pencil at the four points shown. Make sure the pins (B) of both upper clips (C) contact with the edge of the body holes. Be careful not to touch the rear window where the adhesive will be applied.
Remove the rear window.
Apply a light coat of glass primer to the rear window (A) along the edge of the rubber dams (B) as shown, then lightly wipe it off with gauze or cheesecloth: Apply the glass primer to the corner areas of the rear window using the printed dots (C) on the rear window as a guide. Do not apply body primer to the rear window, and do not mix up the body and glass primer applicators. Never touch the primed surfaces with your hands. If you do, the adhesive may not bond to the rear window properly, causing a leak after the rear window is installed. Keep water, dust, and abrasive materials away from the primed surfaces.
Carefully apply a light coat of body primer to any exposed paint or metal around the flange where the new adhesive will be applied. Let the body primer dry for at least 10 minutes: Do not apply body primer to any remaining original adhesive on the flange. Be careful not to mix up the body and glass primer applicators. Never touch the primed surfaces with your hands.
Cut a "V" in the end of the nozzle (A) on the adhesive cartridge as shown.
Put the cartridge in a caulking gun, and run a continuous bead of the adhesive (A) to the rear window (B) along the edge of the rubber dams (C) as shown: Use the printed dots (D) as a guide when you apply the adhesive to the corners of the rear window. Apply the adhesive within 30 minutes after applying the glass primer. Make a slightly thicker bead at each corner.
Hold the rear window with suction cups over the opening, align it with the alignment marks you made in step 15 , and set it down on the adhesive. Lightly push on the rear window until its edges are fully seated on the adhesive all the way around. NOTE: Do not open or close any of the doors for about an hour until the adhesive is dry.
Remove the excess adhesive with a putty knife or a shop towel dampened with isopropyl alcohol.
Wait at least an hour for the adhesive to dry, then spray water over the rear window and check for leaks. Mark the leaking areas, let the rear window dry, then seal with sealant. Let the vehicle stand for at least 4 hours after rear window installation. If the vehicle has to be used within the first 4 hours, it must be driven slowly.
Reinstall all removed parts.

Note. Advise the client not to do the following things for 2 to 3 days

Slam the doors with all the windows rolled up.
Twist the body excessively (such as when going in and out of driveways at an angle or driving over rough, uneven roads).

Rear Window Replacement - Sport Wagon

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Remove these items: Tailgate lower trim panel (see «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - TAILGATE AREA»(/acura/tsx/ii-2008-2014/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim-4-cyl__trim-removalinstallation-tailgate-area) ) Tailgate spoiler (see «TAILGATE SPOILER REPLACEMENT»(/acura/tsx/ii-2008-2014/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#exterior-trim-4-cyl__tailgate-spoiler-replacement) ) Rear window wiper motor
Remove rubber dam B from the edge of the rear window. If necessary, cut the rubber dam with a utility knife.
Disconnect the rear window defogger terminals (A).
If the original rear window will be reinstalled, make alignment marks across the glass and body with a grease pencil.
Apply protective tape along the inside and outside edges of the body. Using an awl, make a hole through the adhesive from inside the vehicle at the corner area of the rear window. Push the piano wire through the hole, and wrap each end around a piece of wood.
With a helper on the outside, pull the piano wire (A) back and forth in a sawing motion. Hold the piano wire as close to the rear window (B) as possible to prevent damage to the tailgate, and carefully cut through the adhesive (C) around the entire rear window. Cutting positions
Carefully remove the rear window.
Scrape the original adhesive smooth to a thickness of about 2 mm (0.08 in) on the bonding surface around the entire rear window opening flange with a putty knife: Do not scrape down to the painted surface of the body; damaged paint will interfere with proper bonding. Remove the fasteners from the body.
Clean the tailgate bonding surface with a sponge dampened with isopropyl alcohol. After cleaning, keep oil, grease, and water from getting on the surface.
If a new rear window is to be installed, install the rear wiper seal (A) to the rear window (B) with its alignment mark (C) being aligned with the mark (D) on the rear window.
If the original rear window is to be reinstalled, check for a damaged rear wiper seal, and replace it with a new one.
If the original rear window is to be reinstalled, scrape off all of the original adhesive, the fasteners, and the rubber dams from the rear window with a putty knife. Clean the inside face and the edge of the rear window with alcohol where new adhesive is to be applied. Make sure the bonding surface is kept free of water, oil, and grease.
Attach the rubber dams (A, B), and the fasteners (C, D) with adhesive tape to the inside face of the rear window (E) as shown. Before installing rubber dam B, apply primer to the area where the adhesive tape will be applied to the inside face of the rear window. Make sure the fasteners and rubber dams line up with alignment marks (F). Cut excess rubber dam B along the upper edge of the rear window. Be careful not to touch the rear window where adhesive will be applied. Rubber dam A adhesive tape: Thickness 0.16 mm (0.006 in) Width 3.5 mm (0.14 in) Rubber dam B adhesive tape: Thickness 0.4 mm (0.016 in) Width 6 mm (0.24 in) Fastener adhesive tape: Thickness 0.6 mm (0.024 in) Width 7.5 mm (0.3 in)
Attach the fasteners (A, B) with adhesive tape to the tailgate as shown. Fastener adhesive tape: Thickness 0.6 mm (0.024 in) Width 7.5 mm (0.3 in)
Set the rear window (A) in the opening, and center it. Make alignment marks (B) across the rear window and body with a grease pencil at the four points shown. Be careful not to touch the rear window where adhesive will be applied.
Remove the rear window.
Apply a light coat of glass primer around the edge of the rear window (A) and along the rubber dams (B) as shown, then lightly wipe it off with gauze or cheesecloth: With the printed dots (C) on the rear window as a guide, apply the glass primer to both side areas of the rear window. Do not apply body primer to the rear window, and do not get tailgate and glass primer mixed up. Never touch the primed surfaces with your hands. If you do, the adhesive may not bond to the rear window properly, causing a leak after the rear window is installed. Keep water, dust, and abrasive materials away from the primed surface.
Carefully apply a light coat of body primer to any exposed paint or metal around the flange where new adhesive will be applied. Let the primer dry for at least 10 minutes: Do not apply body primer to any remaining original adhesive on the flange. Be careful not to mix up the body and glass primer. Never touch the primed surfaces with your hands.
Cut a "V" in the end of the nozzle (A) on the adhesive cartridge as shown.
Put the cartridge in a caulking gun, and run a bead of adhesive (A) on the rear window (B) along the edge of the rubber dams (C) as shown: Use the printed dots (D) on the rear window as a guide, apply the adhesive to both side areas of the rear window. Apply the adhesive within 30 minutes after applying the glass primer. Make a slightly thicker bead at each corner.
Hold the rear window with suction cups over the opening, align it with the alignment marks you made in step 15 , and set it down on the adhesive. Lightly push on the rear window until its edges are fully seated on the adhesive all the way around. NOTE: Do not open or close any of the doors for about an hour until the adhesive is dry.
Scrape or wipe the excess adhesive off with a putty knife or towel. To remove adhesive from a painted surface or the rear window, use a soft shop towel dampened with isopropyl alcohol.
After the adhesive has dried, spray water over the rear window and check for leaks. Mark the leaking areas, let the rear window dry, then seal with sealant. Let the vehicle stand for at least 4 hours after rear window installation. If the vehicle has to be used within the first 4 hours, it must be driven slowly.
Reinstall all removed parts. NOTE: Advise the client not to do the following things for 2 to 3 days: Slam the doors with all the windows rolled up. Twist the body excessively (such as when going in and out of driveways at an angle or driving over rough, uneven roads).

Quarter Glass Replacement

Note. Wear eye protection when removing the glass with piano wire. Put on gloves to protect your hands. Use seat covers to avoid damaging any surfaces. The quarter glass clips and the molding clips will need replacement because they will be damaged during glass removal.

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Remove the quarter pillar trim (see «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - PILLAR AREAS - SPORT WAGON»(/acura/tsx/ii-2008-2014/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim-4-cyl__trim-removalinstallation-pillar-areas) ).
Remove the front seal (A) from the front edge of the quarter glass (B). If necessary, cut the seal with a utility knife.
From inside the vehicle, cut through the adhesive (A) of the quarter glass from the rear pillar area to the quarter pillar bottom area with a utility knife (B).
Push a piece of piano wire through the hole you made in step 3 , and wrap each end around a piece of wood.
With a helper on the outside, pull the piano wire (A) back and forth in a sawing motion. Hold the piano wire as close to the quarter glass (B) as possible to prevent damage to the body, and carefully cut through the adhesive (C) in the front and upper straight areas and the front upper corner. Cutting positions
Apply protective tape along the outside edge of the body. From pillar side the vehicle, detach the clips (A) and the front clips (B) of the quarter glass molding (C) with a clip remover.
While an assistant is holding the quarter glass (A), from inside the vehicle, detach the rear clips of the quarter glass molding (B) with a clip remover.
Carefully remove the quarter glass.
Scrape the original adhesive smooth to a thickness of about 2 mm (0.08 in) on the bonding surface around the entire quarter glass opening flange with a putty knife: Do not scrape down to the painted surface of the body; damaged paint will interfere with proper bonding. Remove the clips from the body.
Clean the body bonding surface with a sponge dampened with isopropyl alcohol. After cleaning, keep oil, grease, and water from getting on the surface.
Remove the quarter glass molding from the quarter glass. If the original quarter glass molding is to be reinstalled, replace the molding clips with new ones.
If the original quarter glass is to be reinstalled, scrape off all of the original adhesive and the damaged clips from the quarter glass with a putty knife. Clean the inside face and the edge of the quarter glass with isopropyl alcohol where new adhesive is to be applied. Make sure the bonding surface is kept free of water, oil, and grease.
Attach the clips (A) and the front seal (B) with adhesive tape to the inside face of the quarter glass (C) as shown. Before installing the front seal, apply primer to the inside face of the quarter glass: Be careful not to touch the glass where adhesive will be applied. Be sure to install the clips with their convex areas (D) upward. Clip adhesive tape: Thickness 0.8 mm (0.031 in) Width 10 mm (0.39 in) Front seal adhesive tape: Thickness 0.8 mm (0.031 in) Width 6 mm (0.24 in)
Install the quarter glass molding (A). 1. Hold the molding up on the glass, and gently place the front hooks (B) of the molding to the middle edge of the glass first. 2. While keeping the front hooks in place on the glass, from the front to the rear, gradually hook the lower clips (C) and upper clips (D) of the molding to along the edges of the glass by sliding the molding forward. 3. Place the rear hooks (E) on the edge of the quarter glass. 4. Push the molding into place securely. NOTE: Take care not to bend or damage the molding. Do not pull either end of the molding up or down, or its joints may be damaged. Be careful not to touch the glass where adhesive will be applied. Be sure the front seal contacts the upper and lower ends of the molding.
Apply a light coat of glass primer along the edge of the quarter glass (A) and the front seal (B) as shown, then lightly wipe it off with gauze or cheesecloth: Using the printed dots (C) on the quarter glass as a guide, apply the glass primer to the front and rear areas of the quarter glass. Do not apply body primer to the quarter glass, and do not get body and glass primer mixed up. Never touch the primed surfaces with your hands. If you do, the adhesive may not bond to the quarter glass properly, causing a leak after the quarter glass is installed. Keep water, dust, and abrasive materials away from the primed surfaces.
Carefully apply a light coat of body primer to any exposed paint or metal around the flange where new adhesive will be applied. Let the primer dry for at least 10 minutes: Do not apply body primer to any remaining original adhesive on the flange. Be careful not to mix up the body and glass primer applicators. Never touch the primed surfaces with your hands.
Cut a "V" in the end of the nozzle (A) on the adhesive cartridge as shown.
Put the cartridge in a caulking gun, and run a bead of adhesive (A) around the edge of the quarter glass (B) and along the front seal (C) as shown: Use the printed dots (D) on the quarter glass as a guide, apply the adhesive to the front and rear areas of the quarter glass. Apply the adhesive within 30 minutes after applying the glass primer. Make a slightly thicker bead at each corner.
Hold the quarter glass (A) with suction cups (B) over the opening, align it with the clips (C), and set it down on the adhesive. Lightly push on the quarter glass until its edges are fully seated on the adhesive all the way around. NOTE: Do not open or close any of the doors for about an hour until the adhesive is dry.
Scrape or wipe the excess adhesive off with a putty knife or towel. To remove adhesive from a painted surface or the quarter glass, use a soft shop towel dampened with isopropyl alcohol.
After the adhesive has dried, spray water over the quarter glass and check for leaks. Mark the leaking areas, let the quarter glass dry, then seal with sealant. Let the vehicle stand for at least 4 hours after quarter glass installation. If the vehicle has to be used within the first 4 hours, it must be driven slowly.
Reinstall all removed parts. NOTE: Advise the client not to do the following things for 2 to 3 days: Slam the doors with all the windows rolled up. Twist the body excessively (such as when going in and out of driveways at an angle or driving over rough, uneven roads).

Glass (4-cyl) Acura TSX II