Preparing New Window Without Pre-Coating For Glazing

2002 Volkswagen Golf GLS (1J1) L4-2.0L (AZG)SECTION Preparing New Window Without Pre-Coating For Glazing


Preparing New Window Without Pre-coating For Glazing







For 2-door Golf and Golf/Jetta Wagon, a new, non-pre-coated side window has been introduced. On new side windows, only PUR-sealing lip - 1 - and spacer - 2 - has still been sprayed.

1. Sealing lip
2. Spacer
3. Washer

NOTE: Application area for adhesive bead - 3 - is not pre-coated and not primed.

- Clean window circumference to width of 20 mm all around using Cleaning solution D 009 401 04.
- Then rub window circumference dry using a lint-free rag.

CAUTION: Ceramic application on window is not primer! It must be primed before application of adhesive sealing material! Only use primer D 009 200 02.







- Now apply primer - 2 - uniformly in one stroke using Applicator D 009 500 25 -1 -.
- Dry time approx. 10 minutes

NOTE: For adhesive bead application, a nozzle must be cut exactly so that adhesive bead can be applied to a width of 8 mm and a height of 12 mm.

All other windows
- Rub pre-coating with a dry, lint-free rag.

CAUTION: Do not prime or use a cleaning solution on pre-coating.







- Using Applicator D 009 500 25 - 1 - (felt ball with wire), apply Activator D 181 801 A1 thinly onto pre-coating - 2 - only.
- Allow activator to air dry for at least 10 minutes.

NOTE:
- Activator must not come into contact with paint - otherwise paint will be damaged.
- Activator must not be applied onto distributing wire for window heater.
RENDER: 1.0x

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