OEM 2004 Toyota Matrix Windshield

2004 Toyota Matrix Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the windshield on 2004 Toyota Matrix?

  A: To install a new windshield start with removing the FR wiper arm RH, FR wiper arm LH, hood to cowl top seal, cowl top ventilator louver LH, cowl top ventilator louver RH, front door Weather Strip RH, front door Weather Strip LH, front pillar garnish RH, front pillar garnish LH, inner rear view mirror assembly, RH visor assembly, LH visor assembly, glove box lamp assembly (sliding roof only), assist grip, visor holder, and roof headlining assembly. Cut the windshield moulding carefully outside using a knife without harming the body. Push a piano wire from inside to detach the windshield glass by connecting the wire ends to wooden blocks. After cutting the adhesive with the wire pull the glass using a suction rubber and keep the remaining adhesive on the body. Scrape all damaged windshield glass attachments and glue before cleaning the outer edge with white gasoline while staying away from the glass area. Affix two fresh windshield glass stoppers No.1 to the vehicle body face then apply Primer G on the fixing part of windshield glass stoppers No.2 before adhering them to the glass surface. Place Primer G on the front pillar outer dam installation area and wait for 3 minutes before securing 2 fresh pillow pieces through double-stick tape. Work the vehicle surface clean and shape the contact zone until you preserve all available adhesive before fitting the glass onto a suction rubber. Check for proper placement then set guide marks before lifting the glass. Attach Primer M to the body panel contact area then allow it to dry for 3 minutes before coating Primer G on the glass surface which also requires 3 minutes of drying time. Direct the sealer gun to apply adhesive from cartridge Part No. 08850-00801 or equivalent onto the glass surface. Fit the window over its reference marks and carefully press both sides while monitoring the stopper positions and space for the body. Put on the new windshield moulding before the adhesive hardens while holding the glass in place with protective tape until complete curing and remove adhesive with a scraper after. Check for leaks once the adhesive reaches complete hardness and cover broken areas with sealant.