OEM 2003 Toyota RAV4 Windshield

2003 Toyota RAV4 Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to remove and install a windshield on 2003 Toyota RAV4?

  A: The windshield removal requires starting with the inner rear view mirror removal followed by roof console box disassembly after unscrewing the cover and disconnecting its connector and removing three screws. Start by unfastening the sun visors along with their holders through removal of four screws for each item. Connectors and 3 screws allow the removal of front pillar garnishes followed by wiper arms and cowl top ventilator louver and finally hood to cowl top seal. Proceed with caution to cut off the windscreen outside moulding and its accompanying piece while avoiding damage to body components. To protect the windshield glass it is necessary to insert a piano wire between body and glass from inside out while binding the ends to wood boards and wrap protectors to minimize surface scratches. Through the use of piano wire cut the adhesive before removing the glass to maintain maximum adhesive presence on the body structure. To install the panel prepare the body surface contact areas by cleaning them and molding the shape properly while keeping adhesive intact and clean the glass when replacing broken stoppers and adhesive. You should attach new stoppers to the rim using double-stick tape on the glass surface. Position the glass correctly while maintaining equal contact with the rim edges then clean the black-colored contact surface. Attach Primer "M" to the body's contact area while allowing it to dry for at least 3 minutes before using Primer "G" on the glass edge which requires removal of extra material before it sets. Use Part No. 08850-00801 adhesive by following the timeframe. Place the glass into position while matching it with the reference points and apply a light touch. A spatula will apply adhesive to the glass rim which should be smoothed by using a scraper before protecting it with tape until the adhesive cures. After the hardening time concludes you should test the windshield for leaks while using auto glass sealer (Part No. 08833-00030). Then reattach the cowl top ventilator louver and wiper arms (torque: 25 N.m) with their respective front pillar garnishes and sun visors and holders and roof console box and inner rear view mirror.