OEM 2008 Toyota Tacoma Windshield

2008 Toyota Tacoma Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to install the windshield glass on 2008 Toyota Tacoma?

  A: Begin the installation of windshield glass by first cleaning the glass with a scraper to remove stoppers that are damaged along with adhesive and dam before cleaning the outer circumference with white gasoline which should be avoided from touching the surface. Scratch away rough adhesive from the contact surface with a blade while safeguarding the body structure before using a dirty shop rag to wipe the area with cleaner. Cover the installation section of No. 2 windshield glass stoppers with Primer G allowing it to set for at least 3 minutes before installing two new stoppers on the windshield glass. Attach new No. 1 body stoppers and wait for 3 minutes of primer drying time before you install ducts on the glass edges with double-sided tape that needs to avoid the stopper locations. The technician positions the windshield glass through suction cups while verifying an even surface contact and proper application of matchmarks before removing the glass for a 3-minute drying period of Primer M on the vehicle body surface. Use Primer G on the windshield glass perimeter along with its contact area before letting it dry for 3 minutes while using adhesive (Part No. 08850-00801 or equivalent) after trimming the cartridge nozzle. Position the windshield glass on the vehicle body while matching its markings and press the area around the rim carefully to create a gap with the body before eliminating extra adhesive with a scraper. Before mounting the windshield upper moulding outer you must apply Primer G to the windshield glass contact area and let it dry for 3 minutes while keeping the vehicle stationary according to specifications. Install the cowl top ventilator louver sub-assembly followed by the front fender to cowl side seals, front wiper arms and perform leak checks when adhesive hardens. Resolve any detected leaks with auto glass sealer. To complete the job install the visor holders and cab-specific assemblies then mount the roof console box and front pillars garnishes with front door trim Weather Strips before putting the inner mirror assembly in place and reattach the battery terminal with 3.9 Nm of torque (40 kgf-cm, 35 in-lbf).