Windshield Glass: Installation

2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Installation
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NOTE: For additional material guidelines, refer to the manufacturer's installation information.
  1. Dry fit the windshield glass to the existing urethane adhesive bead on the body pinch weld. Align the windshield glass in the opening for a uniform fit.
  2. Use a non-permanent pencil to make alignment marks on the windshield glass at the setting blocks and the body to aid in the installation alignment of the windshield glass.
  3. Remove the windshield glass.
  4. WARNING: Repair any corrosion found on the pinch weld. The pinch weld is a structural component of the vehicle. Corrosion left unrepaired may reduce the structural integrity of the vehicle. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious injury to vehicle occupant(s).
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