OEM 2009 Ford Focus Windshield

2009 Ford Focus Windshield Parts Q&A

• Q: How to reseal a windshield on 2009 Ford Focus?

  A: A windshield reseal process starts with cowl panel grille removal after which technicians should proceed to remove the left-hand (LH) and right-hand (RH) A-pillar trim panels and the LH and RH sun visors with their retaining clips. Remove the trim ring from around the opening panel then lower the front part of the headliner by securing it properly. Apply glass cleaner to clean all surfaces of the windshield glass both inside and outside. Proceed to cut the urethane adhesive tip according to specifications before applying adhesive with a high-ratio electric or battery-powered caulk gun to create consistent beads while avoiding gaps in the adhesive line. The work starts by placing urethane adhesive on the existing urethane covering both the top and sides of the windshield seen from within the cabin and afterward it continues on the windshield bottom from the exterior. The urethane adhesive needs at least one hour to cure before performing a test for air and water leaks in the adhesive bead while adding additional adhesive when required. After the curing process ends move the front part of the headliner into position while reinstalling the sun visor retaining clips and components at the left and right sides followed by the replacement of left and right A-pillar trim pieces then mounting the cowl panel grille.