Many motorists think windshield replacement is performed only in specialized shops with the presence of professional equipment. There are many different myths on this subject, so motorists are rarely solved on a separate replacement of the structural elements of the car. But if the performance of all operations consistently to hold independent replacement car windshield can be quickly and accurately. About this further in the article.

Windshield, in which cases need to be replaced, the reasons

There are two main reasons leading to the need to replace this item:

1. Damage to the windshield. A lot of car owners faced with the appearance of chips and cracks on the windshield. They are able to grow, forming a web of glass. In this case, pass a state inspection fails, and the operation of the car unsafe. Not to mention about the disappointing appearance of the machine. If the glass is damaged small, it is possible to repair cracks and chips in the worst case - the glass must be replaced.
   
2. Penetration of moisture into the salon of the car from under seal. The flow between the body and glass occurs as a result of the presence of a non-skled site. If there is no guarantee, the repair will have to be performed independently. In some cases, when the hole is detected, the flow can be eliminated by filling the gap sealant. But, if you failed to get rid of leakage, you have to cross the glass completely.

How to choose windshield

The quality of automotive glasses presented in the Russian market depends on the manufacturer's company. Glasses that produce European firms are usually softer. They are resistant to rubbing, and they actually remain scratches. Chinese production glasses are more stringent, they often remain lost and scratches. Although Chinese, and European glasses are manufactured using triplex technology - multilayer glass, which is distinguished by the presence of a film that protects the glass when screaming from scattering. Naturally, automotive windows of Chinese production are cheaper.

When purchasing glass, carefully inspect it. It must be transparent, without cracking, chips, scratches or foreign inclusions. As for the edge of the glass, it should be well processed and smooth to the touch.

Then look at the glass labeling. In his center, at the bottom or in some corner there should be a black stamp. It indicates the logo of the manufacturer or name, type of glass (for example, WT triplex), release date and compliance with the standard.

Tools, Materials and Devices for Work

1. Gloves and tampons.
2. Primer, solvent.
3. Pistol for applying sealant.
   
4. Glue sealant for windshield.
5. Malyary Scotch.
   
6. Chisel.
7. Spanners.
8. Screwdrivers.
9. Suction boards for holding glass.
   
10. Pointed wire or awl.
11. Metal string with two handles.

Preparatory work, choice of workplace

To replace the glass you need to choose a dry and closed room (car box or garage). In it, the car should hold at least one day. To make a job safely and efficiently, you will need one or even two assistants. Before starting this event, you need to wash the car, especially in the area of \u200b\u200bthe windshield.

Windshield, how to remove old windshield, detail

1. With a flat screwdriver, you need to remove the rubber seal, which is located on the outside of the machine.
2. We dismantle moldings, plastic protection, wipers.
3. Inside, you must close the film front seats and instrument panel to protect them from dirt and dust.
4. On the part of the passenger compartment remove the seal.
5. Disassemble card-pillars.
6. Unscrew the screws and remove the sun visors.
7. We dismantle and disconnect all cables and sensors, reaching to the windshield.
8. Using perform puncture awl old hermetic seal.
9. In the puncture inserted metal strings and fasten the handle to its edges.
   
10. by adhesive shear work together to perform better. One person is arranged on the outside of the car, and the other - inside the cabin. The operating principle of the following - first one pulls the string, while the second holds taut your site. Further, the string moves in the opposite direction. At the same time along the windshield there is a shift of the string.
    
11. Place a piece of sheet metal in the locations where the string is able to touch or trim panel.
    
12. After that, remove the windscreen using the suction cups.

Preparatory work, preparing to install a new windshield

Clean glass body from the old adhesive, which would require a solvent and a chisel. Before applying the adhesive-treated ground loop primer. Tube with glue warm water or warm hairdryer to it easier to apply the sealant.

Windshield how to install the windshield, gradual progress

1. Glass clean install rubber seal.
2. The tube dispenser pruned to a height of 20 millimeters.
3. Glue is applied to the glass contour or the surface of the body. Sealant strip should be inseparable.
   
4. Next, gently put the glass into the opening. Press it down so that it lay close to the body, and the sealant has filled all the voids.
5. We fix the glass strips of adhesive tape.
6. Set wipers, moldings and plastic protection.

Tips pro, job protection from vibration, and why, how much should dry the glass, how to check the tightness of the resulting seam

Do not slam the hood, trunk and doors to avoid any vibration and glass is not shifted. In this position, the vehicle must stand for hours. The higher the room temperature, the glue dries quickly. Remember that if the garage sub-zero temperatures, the sealant hardens.

After 24 hours, remove the tape and wash the windshield and body. Also check the tightness of the resulting weld. If leakage occurs, it should be further glue joint outer and inner sides.