Use the short method where the original urethane adhesive
bead left on the window opening pinchweld flange (after window removal) can
serve as a base for the new window. This method uses a small bead of urethane
adhesive in order to adhere the window in the opening to the original
urethane adhesive bead.
Use the short method when the original bead of urethane adhesive meets
one of the following conditions:
• | Intact without portions of the bead missing |
• | Solidly adhered to the pinchweld flange and no corrosion is present
on the flange |
• | Uniform in shape. Smooth, without multiple cuts or loose material
present |
Also use the short method under the following conditions:
• | When repainting of the opening or collision repair/sheet metal
replacement is not required |
• | When urethane adhesive deterioration is not evident (no powdery
residue) |