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Repair Procedures: Installation

  1. Remove the sealant (B) with a cutting knife (A) on the body panel.
    CAUTION: Put on gloves to protect your hands.
    Fig 1: Removing Sealant With Cutting Knife On Body Panel
    G12297139Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  2. Remove the sealant (B) with a cutting knife (A) on the rear window glass.
    CAUTION: Put on gloves to protect your hands.
    Fig 2: Removing Sealant With Cutting Knife On Rear Window Glass
    G12297140Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. With a sponge, apply a light coat of body primer to the original adhesive remaining around the rear window glass opening flange. Let the body primer dry for at least 10 minutes.

    Information 

    • Do not apply glass primer to the body, and be careful not to mix up glass and body primer sponges.
    • Do not touch the primed surfaces by hand.
    • Mask off the dashboard before painting the flange.
    Fig 3: Apply Light Coat Of Body Primer To Original Adhesive Remaining Around Windshield Opening Flange
    G12297141Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Apply a light coat of glass primer to the outside of the fasteners.

    Information 

    • Do not touch the primed surface by hand as the adhesive may not bond to the glass properly, causing leakage after installing the windshield glass.
    • Do not apply body primer to the glass.
    • Keep water, dust, and abrasive materials away from the primer.
    Fig 4: Apply Light Coat Of Glass Primer To Outside Of Fasteners
    G12297142Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Pack adhesive into the cartridge without air pockets to ensure continuous delivery. Load the cartridge in a caulking gun, and run a bead of adhesive (B) around the edge of the windshield glass (A) between the fastener and molding as shown. Apply the adhesive within 30 minutes after applying the glass primer. Make a slightly thicker bead in each corner.

    Sealant Bead width 

    Height: 12 mm (0.4724 in.)

    Width: 8 mm (0.3150 in.)

    Fig 5: Apply Bead Of Adhesive Around The Edge Of Windshield Glass
    G12149472Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Use suction cups (A) to hold the rear window glass (B) over the opening, align it with the alignment marks (C) made in step 15, 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. Do not open or close the doors until the adhesive is dry.
    NOTE:
    • When installing the rear window glass (B), precisely set the rear glass service hole (D) to the frame.
    Fig 6: Holding Windshield Glass Using Suction Cups
    G12297143Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  7. Let the adhesive dry for at least 3-4 hour, then spray water over the glass and check for leaks.
    NOTE:
    • Do not spray to adhesive area directly. Spray water over the glass and then spill water around the glass.
  8. In case of leakage, let the glass dry and seal with adhesive.
    NOTE:
    • Let the vehicle stand for at least four hours after glass installation. If the vehicle has to be used within the first eight, it must be driven slowly.
    • Keep the glass dry for the first hour after installation.
    • Drive with caution for 2-3 days and avoid driving violently or on uneven road.
  9. Install the high mounted stop lamp.

    (Refer to Body Electrical System - "HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP ")

  10. Install the roof trim.

    (Refer to Roof Trim - "ROOF TRIM ASSEMBLY ")

  11. Install the roof side molding.

    (Refer to Body Side Moldings - "ROOF SIDE MOLDING ")

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