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  • 2012 Volkswagen Passat
    Windshield removal and replacement instructions
    January 30, 2012
    The 2012 Passat windshield was not exactly an FW3419 as listed in NAGS. We had to order the glass from the dealer and received a windshield with a lower retainer for the cowl panel and a bracket for the mirror and light sensor. The light sensor looks like a rain sensor but the vehicle’s sticker lists only a light sensor. The FW3419 is listed as acoustical with a molding. In reality, it is...

  • 2011 Hyundai Veracruz

    Windshield removal and replacement instructions
    December 21, 2011
    The top and side molding is rigid and difficult to remove or even cut off. We were lucky and had a very warm day to work on the vehicle. We used a pry tool to firmly push the molding toward the A pillar while forcing up the lower corner on the passenger side. Once we got it started, it still took two technicians to pull the molding out from under the glass edge. Make sure to heat the new OEM...

  • 2004-07 BMW 5 Series, M5
    Windshield removal and replacement instructions
    December 21, 2011
    Under the driver-side wiper is a spacer “donut” that must be removed to allow for cowl removal. It is pressure-fit into place and will be hard to remove. We grasped the spacer with a locking wrench and wiggled it off the post. Also note that the interior garnish moldings are covered with fabric and subject to damage if the cutting blade makes contact with the fabric. Either remove or displace the...

  • In remembrance of Equalizer Industries' Ray Asbery
    November 3, 2011
    The auto glass industry lost an innovator, leader and friend this past September, when Equalizer Industries’ Ray Asbery passed away suddenly Sept. 27, 2011, at the age of 67.

  • 2011 GMC Terrain
    Windshield removal and replacement instructions
    November 3, 2011
    The urethane bead securing the windshield is a little thick along the sides and top. If using a cold knife to cut out the glass, you might need to use a blade that is the next size up in length. Also note, the top gap is close to the pinchweld wall, so care must be taken during cutout to avoid damaging the pinchweld wall.

  • 2011 Acura TL
    Windshield and front door glass removal and replacement instructions
    November 2, 2011
    The side moldings on this vehicle use the gradating clip system employed by Honda vehicles. These clips posed problems when they were first introduced and are still difficult to release without damage. However, with practice and patience, they are salvageable.

  • 2007-10 Audi Q7
    Windshield removal and replacement instructions
    September 26, 2011
            © 2011 National Glass Association. All rights reserved. Visit GlassMagazine.com for glass removal and replacement instructions for more than 450 vehicles. To sign up to receive the For Technicians Only e-bulletin, email FTO@glass.org. Vehicle type: Four-door utility vehicleNAGS numbers*: Windshield part numbers FW02637 solar, upper and lower molding...

  • 2008-11 BMW 128i

    Quarter glass removal and replacement instructions
    September 26, 2011
    The following installation was performed on a 2008 vehicle, but all models in the BMW 1 Series through 2011 use this quarter glass. Before beginning the quarter glass removal, make sure you have the right trim for the vehicle. The part comes with flat black, glossy black and chrome lower trim. 

  • 2011 Nissan Sentra
    Windshield removal and replacement instructions
    August 16, 2011
    The A-pillar molding on this vehicle extends from the fender to the back glass and is clipped down with a two-clip system: one clip attached to the body and one inserted into the molding. There are two ways to release the molding from the vehicle: pry out the molding clip from the body clip, or slide the molding from the clips. The latter method might prevent damage to the clips. 

  • 2011 Buick Regal
    Windshield removal and replacement instructions
    August 16, 2011
    There is plenty of room to use a cold knife to cut out the windshield on this vehicle; however, due to the U-shaped molding, it is recommended that a power tool not be used for interior cutout. Also watch for the lower cowl retainer. It is a little tight, so take care during removal to avoid damaging the cowl flange. Lastly, check the molding on the new windshield. The molding on the new part...
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