OEM 2000 Toyota 4Runner Windshield

2000 Toyota 4Runner Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to remove and install a windshield on 2000 Toyota 4Runner?

  A: Begin windshield removal by taking out the room light lens assembly along with its map light by first removing the lens and screw before disconnecting the connector. Begin by unscrewing three mirror mount screws then proceed with the sun visors and holders as well as assist grips before removing the front pillar garnish using a screwdriver which requires taping the tip first. The wiper arms need removing by first detaching the two caps and two nuts before taking off the cowl louver which requires you to unscrew six screws and remove four clips. To access the Weather Strip along with the windshield outside upper moulding cut these materials with a knife while keeping the body damage-free. You should use piano wire to separate the glass from body through the inside of the vehicle then secure its ends to a wooden block before putting protective tape on to stop surface degradation. Make use of the piano wire to cut through the adhesive until you can take out the glass while preserving most of the adhesive on the body surface. Begin by cleaning the body contact area and then form the adhesive into its proper shape without damaging any adhesive surface. Follow this by cleaning the glass after removing the old adhesive and damaged dam. The correct positioning of glass must be followed by marking reference points before cleaning the black-colored contact surface. Place a new dam along with double-stick tape on the body contact surface then apply Primer "M" coating before allowing it to dry for at least three minutes while keeping the adhesive area free from contact. Dab the glass rim with Primer "G" then remove it before its drying and apply adhesive from Part No. 08850-00801 through cartridge to achieve a height between 8 - 12 mm (0.31 - 0.47 in.). Place each reference mark correctly while applying adhesive across the glass rim which you should then scrape prior to securing the glass with protective tape until the adhesive dries fully. Use sealant Part No. 08833-00030 to remedy any leaks that appear after the adhesive hardening process. Install the protector and Weather Strip following the treatment of the moulding installation area with adhesive then tap the windshield outside upper moulding into position. Start by reinstalling the cowl louver with 6 screws and 4 clips followed by wiper arm installation where both nuts require a torque of 20 N.m set at 205 kgf.cm (15 ft.lbf) and place the 2 caps. After installing the front pillar garnishes, assist grips and sun visors and inner rear view mirror with 3 screws and map light assembly connection, you should install the room light lens last.