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Stationary Glass: Other Dodge Durango II

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WINDSHIELD SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNINGDo not operate the vehicle within 24 hours of windshield installation. It takes at least 24 hours for urethane adhesive to cure. If it is not cured, the windshield may not perform properly in an accident. Urethane adhesives are applied as a system. Use glass cleaner, glass prep solvent, glass primer, pvc (vinyl) primer and pinch weld (fence) primer provided by the adhesive manufacturer. If not, structural integrity could be compromised. Daimlerchrysler does not recommend glass adhesive by brand. Technicians should review product labels and technical data sheets, and use only adhesives that their manufactures warrant will restore a vehicle to the requirements of fmvss 212. Technicians should also insure that primers and cleaners are compatible with the particular adhesive used. Be sure to refer to the urethane manufacturer's directions for curing time specifications, and do not use adhesive after its expiration date. Vapors that are emitted from the urethane adhesive or primer could cause personal injury. Use them in a well-ventilated area. Skin contact with urethane adhesive should be avoided. Personal injury may result. Always wear eye and hand protection when working with glass.
CAUTIONProtect all painted and trimmed surfaces from coming in contact with urethane or primers. Be careful not to damage painted surfaces when removing moldings or cutting urethane around windshield.

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Scheme 31: REMOVAL
Scheme 31: REMOVAL

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  1. Before proceeding with the following repair procedure, review all warnings and cautions. (Refer to «WARNING»(ref-212845-S17195832252005122700000) )
  2. Remove the screws (2) attaching the side windshield molding (1) to the a-pillars and remove the molding.
  3. Remove rear view mirror. (Refer to «MIRROR-INSIDE REARVIEW»(ref-212842-S32827587692005122700000) )
  4. Remove the cowl grille. (Refer to «PANEL-COWL TOP»(ref-212840-S21455115222005122700000) )
  5. Using a windshield cut-out wire separate the adhesive.
  6. Carefully remove windshield.

Glass Preparation - Installing A New Quarter Glass

Note. Typical primer installation shown.

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Scheme 33: Glass Preparation - Installing A New Quarter Glass
Scheme 33: Glass Preparation - Installing A New Quarter Glass

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  1. Clean and dry area of glass (2) to be re-glued with a suitable glass preparation solvent and rag.
  2. Apply primer to gluing surface at quarter glass seal.
  3. Apply primer (1) around the perimeter of the glass to a width of 15 mm (0.5 in.) (3).
  4. Allow primer to air dry for at least 10 minutes.
  5. Using a flash light, verify that glass primer is without damage.

Quarter Glass Opening Preparation

Note. Windshield opening shown, quarter glass opening similar.

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Scheme 35: Quarter Glass Opening Preparation
Scheme 35: Quarter Glass Opening Preparation

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  1. Clean and vacuum quarter glass opening.
  2. Level old bead of quarter glass opening adhesive (1) to a thickness of approximately 1 mm (0.04 in.) and remove loose adhesive. NOTE: Windshield opening shown, quarter glass opening similar.
  3. Clean and dry area of quarter glass opening to be re-glued with a suitable glass preparation solvent and rag.
  4. Re-prime any damaged area. If old adhesive has been exposed for more than 12 hours, entire adhesive area needs to be re-primed.
  5. Allow primer to air dry for at least 10 minutes.

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Scheme 37: Quarter Glass Installation
Scheme 37: Quarter Glass Installation

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  1. Apply bead of adhesive (1) with a triangular nozzle directly to the quarter glass seal starting at bottom in center of the quarter glass. CAUTION: Always apply bead of adhesive to the quarter glass. Always install the quarter glass within 5 minutes after applying adhesive.
  2. Bead dimensions should be approximately 9.5 mm wide (1) by 12.7 mm in height (2).
  3. Allow end of adhesive bead (1) to run out parallel to the start of the bead and smooth ends flush.
  4. Lift quarter glass into place in the center of the quarter glass opening and install over the alignment tabs and pin (2).
  5. Carefully lay down the quarter glass and press on. CAUTION: It is no longer possible to move the quarter glass after installation. The quarter glass should never be pressed into place by more than one person, because the quarter glass can break if pressed simultaneously on both sides.
CAUTIONRoll down the left and right front door glass and open the rear glass slider (if available) before installing quarter glass to avoid pressurizing the passenger compartment if a door is slammed before urethane is cured. Water leaks can result.

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  1. Install quarter panel trim. (Refer to «PANEL-QUARTER TRIM»(ref-212842-S05271988792005122700000) )

Liftgate Opening Preparation

Note. Windshield opening shown, liftgate opening similar.

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Scheme 41: Liftgate Opening Preparation
Scheme 41: Liftgate Opening Preparation

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  1. Clean and vacuum liftgate opening.
  2. Level old bead of liftgate opening adhesive (1) to a thickness of approximately 1 mm (0.04 in.) and remove loose adhesive. NOTE: Windshield opening shown, liftgate opening similar.
  3. Clean and dry area of liftgate opening to be re-glued with a suitable glass preparation solvent and rag.
  4. Re-prime any damaged area. If old adhesive has been exposed for more than 12 hours, entire adhesive area needs to be re-primed.
  5. Allow primer to air dry for at least 10 minutes.

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Scheme 43: Backlite Installation
Scheme 43: Backlite Installation

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  1. Apply bead of adhesive (1) with a triangular nozzle directly to the backlite seal starting at bottom in center of the backlite. CAUTION: Always apply bead of adhesive to the backlite. Always install the backlite within 5 minutes after applying adhesive.
  2. Bead dimensions should be approximately 9.5 mm wide (1) by 12.7 mm in height (2).
  3. Allow end of adhesive bead (1) to run out parallel to the start of the bead and smooth ends flush.
  4. Lift backlite into place in the center of the liftgate opening and use the tape as a guide to aid installation of the backlite into the center of the cutout.
  5. Carefully lay down the backlite and press on. CAUTION: It is no longer possible to move the backlite after installation. The backlite should never be pressed into place by more than one person, because the backlite can break if pressed simultaneously on both sides. CAUTION: Roll down the left and right front door glass and open the rear glass slider (if available) before installing backlite to avoid pressurizing the passenger compartment if a door is slammed before urethane is cured. Water leaks can result.
  6. Install the rear wiper arm, if equipped. (Refer to «ARM-LIFTGATE WIPER»(ref-212808-S22080432142005122700000) )
  7. Install the liftgate trim panels.
  8. Install the center stop light. (Refer to «LAMP-HIGH MOUNTED STOP»(ref-212790-S27073060082005122700000) )

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