2026-11-10

Fixed Roof Glass (Model Y Premium) (Remove and Install)

Correction code 1020020101 FRT 2.10 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and its associated FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure you are wearing proper PPE when performing the procedure below. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

Remove

  1. Remove the roof glass from the vehicle. See Fixed Roof Glass (Model Y Premium) (Remove and Replace).
  2. Remove the original net pads (x10) from the roof glass.
  3. Removed the front and rear datums.
  4. Remove the original urethane from the roof glass, ensuring the residual urethane is 1 mm or less in thickness.
    Note
    If excessive force is needed to cut through the urethane, sharpen the scraper to restore the cutting edge.
  5. Remove and discard the three-sided seal from the roof glass.
  6. Use the eraser wheel and scraper tool to remove adhesive residue from the roof glass.
  7. Use IPA wipes to clean edges of the roof glass, and wait for one minute to allow the IPA to dry.

Install

  1. Apply 3M adhesive promoter to the roof glass edges, and wait for 60 to 90 seconds to allow the prompter to dry.
  2. Install new three-sided seal to the roof glass and ensure the seal remains outside the white dotted line on the glass.
  3. Install new roof glass front seal and ensure the seal remains outside the white dotted line on the glass.
  4. Install new side net pads (x10) onto the roof glass.
    Note
    3 on LH side of the roof glass, 3 on RH side of the roof glass, 4 on the rear edge. Place them inside the white lines.
  5. Attach the suction cups (x4) to the new roof glass.
  6. Use IPA wipes to wipe the urethane path on the body and the roof glass, and allow 1 minute to dry.
  7. Remove the tape from the body surrounding the roof glass.
  8. Apply urethane primer to the body and the roof glass along the urethane path, and allow 2 minutes to dry.
    Note
    If using Sika 258 sealant, use Sika special activator Pro as shown in the orange item in the picture.
  9. Prepare the caulking gun and urethane by cutting the tip of the urethane cartridge in a triangular shape approximately 12.5 mm wide and 20 mm tall.
  10. Apply the urethane to the body.
    Note
    Urethane should go around the inside of the roof bracket.
  11. With assistance, use the suction cups to position the roof glass onto the vehicle.
    Note
    If equipped, align the datums at front and rear of the glass to the body.
  12. Verify gap and flush of roof glass and adjust as needed.
    Note
  13. Press the glass onto the body once in position.
    Note
    Use sandbags if needed.
  14. Adjust the windshield glass rear seal to make sure the seal sits above roof glass.
    Note
    Use glass cleaner to lubricate as needed.
  15. Apply tape to secure the roof glass.
  16. Remove the suction cups from the roof glass.
  17. Install the rear headliner panel. See Rear Headliner (Remove and Replace).
  18. Install the parcel shelf. See Parcel Shelf (Remove and Replace).
  19. Raise all windows and close all doors.
  20. Clean the roof glass.
  21. Remove the tapes that secure the roof glass to the vehicle once the urethane has cured.
    Note
    Park the vehicle indoors and follow the minimum departure time set by the adhesive manufacturer:
    • Dow Betaseal Express: at least 1 hour to cure (temperature -18℃ or higher)
    • Henkel/Sika: at least 8 hours to cure (best conditions: Temperature 23℃, relative humidity 50%)
    Note
    If necessary, paste the tape on the glass of the vehicle, press and fix, and inform the customer to remove the tape after 24 hours. At the same time, customers are advised to avoid driving at high speeds and avoid speed bumps for the next 24 hours.