11/04/2024 00:01:29
Windshield (Remove and Replace)
- FRT No: 10200102 (for vehicles without Autopilot)
- FRT No: 10200202 (for vehicles with 1st Generation Autopilot)
- FRT No: 10200302 (for vehicles with 2nd Generation or later Autopilot)
Note
Use Dow Betaseal Express fast-curing
glass adhesive to perform this procedure.
Special tool recommended for this procedure:
Supplier | Part Number | Description |
Tesla | 1064740-00-A | Razor Blade Scraper |
CAUTION
For Europe only: Only
technicians who have been trained in working with diisocyanates and have completed
all required certification courses are permitted to perform procedures using
urethane and other products containing diisocyanates. Proper personal protective
equipment (PPE) must be worn when working with products containing diisocyanates.
Removal
- If equipped, remove the forward facing camera (refer to procedure).
- Remove the LH 'A' post trim (refer to procedure).
- Remove the RH 'A' post trim.
- Remove the interior mirror (refer to procedure).
- Remove the screen cowl panel (refer to procedure).
- Protect the external bodywork and the internal trim adjacent to the front windshield.
- Place suitable covers over the remaining paint and body work.
- Assemble a windshield adhesive cutting tool.
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Carefully cut the windshield adhesive and remove the glazing. Note the installed position of any height or alignment setting blocks.
WarningTo avoid personal injury, eye protection must be worn when performing this operation.WarningOnly use cleaning agents and solvents in a well-ventilated area.CAUTIONTake care not to damage component(s).
- Position the glazing on a suitable stand.
- Remove the adhesive from the body and the original glazing, if re-installing.
Installation
CAUTION
Use soft
materials to protect the windshield and to prevent scratching. Verify that the rubber strip
completely separates the windshield from the metal components of the body.
- Clean the windshield as needed. Take special caution to the forward-facing camera area to ensure a clear view of the forward-facing camera. See Clear Forward Camera View (Precision Cleaning Of Inboard Windshield).
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Apply primer as directed by the adhesive manufacturer.
NoteCheck the primer and adhesive packaging for the appropriate working times for each product. Prepare the necessary tools and the work environment so that the glass can be installed within the specified working times.
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Assemble the adhesive applicator.
NoteCut a triangular cross-section into the applicator approximately 8 mm wide and 14 mm tall.
- Attach suction handles (x2) to the exterior glazing surface.
- Apply adhesive to the windshield opening. If height blocks or spacers were found during removal, install them to their previous positions.
- With assistance, position and align glazing to the body opening. Evenly and progressively press the windshield glazing onto the spacers.
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Apply suitable tape to secure the glazing while the adhesive cures.
WarningDo not drive the vehicle until the adhesive manufacturer’s recommended minimum drive-away time has passed. Dow Betaseal Express has a drive-away time of 1 hour minimum in temperatures of 0˚F (-18˚C) or warmer. If necessary, leave the tape applying pressure to the glass on the vehicle and advise the customer that they can remove it after 24 hours. Additionally, advise the customer that they should avoid high driving speeds and speed bumps for the next 24 hours.
- Remove the suction cups.
- Examine the integrity of the adhesive joint and add more if required.
- Clean off any excess adhesive that was extruded from the joint.
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Install a new light/rain sensor (refer to procedure).
NoteThe light/rain sensor is a one time use component. If the rain/light sensor is removed from the windshield, a new sensor must be installed.
- If equipped, install the forward facing camera (refer to procedure).
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Adjust the forward facing
camera:
CAUTIONAutopilot features might be reduced if camera pitch is not verified.
- 1st generation Autopilot: Perform a target calibration (refer to procedure).
- 2nd generation Autopilot: Perform camera pitch verification (refer to procedure).
NoteThe next step only applies to vehicles with 2nd Generation or newer Autopilot which have a new temperature and humidity sensor installed on the vehicle. - Reinstall the latest vehicle firmware, or update the firmware if not the latest. See Firmware Reinstall - Touchscreen or Firmware Update.