Auto Window Installation Directions

Installing a window on your automobile is a process that a DIY mechanic should be able to accomplish rather easily. The procedure involves inserting the new window glass into the window frame and connecting the glass securely to the window regulator. The installation procedure is pretty much the same for all vehicles. If you feel you are up to the task, plan on spending about an hour on this project.

Instructions

1

Go to the car door with the window that you intend to repair. Pull the handle and open the door fully.

2

Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to remove the screws holding the door panel to the door frame. Some of the screws may be concealed by plastic covers. In this case, use a small blade or flat-head screwdriver to pry off the covers and then remove the exposed screws. Lift the panel away from the door and put it aside for later reassembly.

3

Locate the window regulator; it is just below the window frame. Move the regulator to its lowest possible position within the doors access panel.

4

Slide the new window glass into the door frame. Align the hex-bolt holes on the bottom of the window with those on the window regulator. Tighten the hex bolts between the holes on both components to secure them together.

5

Reattach the door panel to the door by placing it on the door frame and refastening the mounting screws. Open and close the window to verify that it is installed correctly.

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How to Install an Older Model Auto Windshield

Classic car restoration is popular with both professionals and amateurs. Hard to find parts, such as windshields, are readily available for a price. Home mechanics might wonder if windshield replacement on older model cars is a feasible job for amateurs. This job requires a good deal of patience and persistence, but it is not impossible as long as you have the right parts and tools.

Instructions

1

Place the new windshield on wooden blocks or sawhorses, with the inside surface facing up. Optionally, squeeze a bead of flow grade butyl sealant around the inside edge of the new windshield gasket with a caulking gun. Install the rubber gasket around the windshield.

2

Insert a piece of 3/8-inch nylon rope into the outside edge of the windshield gasket, beginning and ending at the bottom center of the windshield. Leave about 1 foot of rope dangling out of the gasket and cut any excess rope to length. Tape the tails of the rope to the middle of the inside of the windshield.

3

Set the windshield into position on the outside of the car with the help of an assistant. Have your assistant gently push on the outside bottom edge of the windshield.

4

Pull on one of the rope ends from the inside of the car, working toward a bottom corner, while your assistant gently pushes from the outside. The rope will cause the rubber gasket to wrap around the metal frame to the inside of the car. Pull on both rope ends, first the bottom edge, then the side edges and then the top edge of the windshield gasket. Pull the rope completely out to finish the job.

5

Inspect the rubber gasket fully, inside and out. Straighten out any kinks with a small screwdriver or a cotter pin tool.

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Opening of Nasim Peugeot Juru Auto City

Im pleased to extend an invitation from Nassim Sdn Bhd to all readers and Peugeot enthusiasts to the Official Opening of Nasim Peugeot Juru Auto City at:

Lot 1679-G1, Jalan Perusahaan, Highway Auto City, North South Highway, Juru Interchange, 13600 PRAI, Penang. Time: 10.30am - 12.00pm; Date: Wednesday, 12 August 2009; Dress Code: Office attire or smart casual.

For more information please contact:
Derick Tan [012-3912156]
Marketing Manager
Nasim Sdn Bhd



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