OEM Ford Explorer Sport Trac Windshield

Ford Explorer Sport Trac Windshield Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Windshield, Front
  F57Z-7803100-A
  Q: How to reseal a windshield on Ford Explorer Sport Trac?

  A: The windshield resealing process starts by taking off the windshield side garnish mouldings as well as removing the interior rear view mirror followed by removing the overhead console and if necessary the roof opening panel trim. The visibility starts with taking out the sun visors by first unscrewing them then separating the electrical connector before clipping off the sun visor clips along with their screws. The front section of the headliner must be lowered partway towards the windshield opening before supporting it with proper materials. After dismantling the cowl grille proceed with cleaning the interface between glass and existing urethane on the inside areas at the top and sides and on the outside portion at the bottom of the windshield with alcohol-free cleaner. Use both an electric or battery-operated caulk gun with a correctly cut urethane applicator tip to spread a continuous bead of essex 400-HV urethane adhesive on the cleaned area until all gaps become part of the continuous bead. The technician follows up by filling the urethane application area before cleaning away any remaining substance. Testing for air and water leaks should start only after the urethane adhesive cures for at least one hour; you may need to supplement the adhesive if required. Reinstall the cowl grille together with the front headliner segment and sun visor clips and screws followed by sun visors along with their electrical connector if present and roof opening panel trim if necessary before placing the overhead console and interior rear view mirror in position on its mounting tab. The windshield side garnish can replace after finishing the glass cleaning process with alcohol-free cleaner from inside and out.