Mazda MX-3 silhouetteMX-3

VERTICAL WINDOW GLASS

S-52prose procedure

Vertical window glass (continued)

  1. 9
    Install the vertical window molding before the sealant hardens. 1. Align the mark of the molding to that on the glass. 2. Starting from the center, press the molding into place toward both ends.
    Outline of the curved molding/glass with an up arrow at the center labeled 1 and outward arrows toward both ends labeled 2, indicating the molding is pressed from the center outward.
  2. 10
    To prevent the glass from being pushed out by air pressure if a door is closed, open all of the windows until the repair sealant has hardened.
  3. 11
    Check for water leaks. If a leak is found, wipe the water off well and reinstall the vertical window glass.

Hardening time of repair sealant

5°C {41°F}
Surface hardening timeApprox. 1.5 hr
Time required until car can be put into service12 hr
20°C {68°F}
Surface hardening timeApprox. 1 hr
Time required until car can be put into service4 hr
35°C {95°F}
Surface hardening timeApprox. 10 min
Time required until car can be put into service2 hr

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