Nissan Leaf. Manual - part 716

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WINDSHIELD GLASS

Removal and Installation

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CAUTION:

Remove inside mirror only when windshield glass is not reusable.

REMOVAL

1. Remove front pillar finishers (LH/RH). Refer to 

INT-26, "FRONT PILLAR GARNISH : Removal and Instal-

lation"

.

2. Remove inside mirror assembly. Refer to 

MIR-19, "Removal and Installation"

. 

CAUTION:

Replace inside mirror assembly after removal, when installing new windshield glass.

3. Remove partially the headlining (front edge). Refer to 

INT-37, "Removal and Installation"

.

4. Remove roof side molding assembly. Refer to 

EXT-26, "Removal and Installation"

.

5. Remove front wiper arms (LH/RH). Refer to 

WW-49, "Removal and Installation"

.

6. Remove front fender covers (LH/RH). Refer to 

EXT-19, "Removal and Installation"

.

7. Remove cowl top cover. Refer to 

EXT-19, "Removal and Installation"

.

8. Apply protective tape around the windshield glass to protect the painted surface from damage.
9. Remove glass using piano wire or power cutting tool A and an inflatable pump bag B after removing mold-

ings.

NOTE:

Mark the body and the glass with matching marks if the windshield glass is reused.

WARNING:

When cutting the glass from the vehicle, always wear safety glasses and heavy gloves to help pre-

vent glass splinters from entering your eyes or cutting your hands.

CAUTION:

• Be careful not to scratch the glass when removing.

• Do not set or stand glass on its edge. Small chips may develop into cracks.

• Apply protective tape around the windshield glass to protect the painted surface from damage.

INSTALLATION

• Use a Genuine NISSAN Urethane Adhesive Kit (if available) or equivalent and follow the instructions fur-

nished with it.

• Adhesive shall be continuously applied to assure watertightness. Glass installation shall be finished within

five minutes after applying the adhesive.

• While the urethane adhesive is curing, open a door window. This will prevent the glass from being forced out

by passenger compartment air pressure when a door is closed.

• The molding must be installed securely so that it is in position and leaves no gap.

1.

Windshield glass 

2.

Windshield glass molding

3.

Upper clip (RH)

4.

Dam sealant rubber (lower)

5.

Glass insulator 

6.

Lower clip (RH)

7.

Adhesive tape 

8.

Lower clip (LH)

9.

Windshield lower spacer (Driver side 
only)

10. Upper clip (LH)

11. Dam sealant rubber (upper)

12. Adhesive

13. Headlining assembly

14. Body primer

15. Glass primer

16. Roof assembly

17. Cowl top cover

18. Instrument panel assembly

19. Front pillar finisher

20. Roof side molding assembly

21. Body side outer panel

F.

Black print mark

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• Inform the customer that the vehicle should remain stationary until the urethane adhesive has completely

cured (preferably 24 hours). Curing time varies with temperature and humidity.

WARNING:

• Keep heat and open flames away as primers and adhesive are flammable.

• The materials contained in the kit are harmful if swallowed, and may irritate skin and eyes. Avoid

contact with the skin and eyes.

• Use in an open, well ventilated location. Avoid breathing the vapors. They can be harmful if inhaled.

If affected by vapor inhalation, immediately move to an area with fresh air.

• Driving the vehicle before the urethane adhesive has completely cured may affect the performance

of the windshield in case of an accident.

CAUTION:

• Do not use an adhesive which is past its usable term. Shelf life of this product is limited to six

months after the date of manufacture. Carefully adhere to the expiration or manufacture date printed

on the box.

• Keep primers and adhesive in a cool, dry place. Ideally, they should be stored in a refrigerator.

• Do not leave primers or adhesive cartridge unattended with their caps open or off.

• The vehicle should not be driven for at least 24 hours or until the urethane adhesive has completely

cured. Curing time varies depending on temperature and humidity. The curing time will increase

under lower temperatures and lower humidity.

Inspection

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REPAIRING WATER LEAKAGE FOR WINDSHIELD GLASS

Leakage can be repaired without removing the windshield glass.

Determine the extent of leakage if water is leaking between the urethane adhesive material and body or glass.

This can be done by applying water to the windshield area while pushing glass outward.

Apply primer (if necessary) and then urethane adhesive to the leakage point to stop the leakage.

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OPERA WINDOW

OPERA WINDOW

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Removal and Installation

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CAUTION:

1.

Opera window glass

2.

Adhesive

3.

Front pillar finisher

4.

Body side outer

5.

Body primer

6.

Glass primer

7.

Front fender panel

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Replace the opera window glass assembly with a new part after removal as it cannot be reused.

REMOVAL

1. Remove front fender assembly. Refer to 

DLK-168, "Removal and Installation"

.

2. Remove front pillar finisher. Refer to 

INT-26, "FRONT PILLAR GARNISH : Removal and Installation"

.

3. Remove the opera window glass using piano wire or power cutting tool and an inflatable pump bag.

WARNING:

When cutting the glass from the vehicle, always wear safety glasses and heavy gloves to help pre-

vent glass splinters from entering your eyes or cutting your hands.

CAUTION:

• Be careful not to scratch the glass when removing.

• Do not set or stand glass on its edge. Small chips may develop into cracks.

• Apply protective tape around the opera window glass to protect the painted surface from dam-

age.

INSTALLATION

• Use a Genuine Nissan Urethane Adhesive Kit (if available) or an equivalent and follow the instructions pro-

vided with it.

• Open a door window while the urethane adhesive is curing. This prevents the glass from being forced out by

passenger room air pressure when all door windows are closed.

• Inform the customer that the vehicle should remain stationary until the urethane adhesive is completely

cured (approximately 24 hours). Curing time varies with temperature and humidity.

WARNING:

• Keep heat and open flames away as primers and adhesive are flammable.

• The materials contained in the kit are harmful if swallowed, and may irritate skin and eyes. Avoid

contact with the skin and eyes.

• Use in an open, well ventilated location. Avoid breathing the vapors. They can be harmful if inhaled.

If affected by vapor inhalation, immediately move to an area with fresh air.

• Driving the vehicle before the urethane adhesive has completely cured may affect the performance

of the opera window glass in case of an accident.

CAUTION:

• Do not use an adhesive which is past its usable term. Shelf life of this product is limited to six

months after the date of manufacture. Carefully adhere to the expiration or manufacture date printed

on the box.

• Keep primers and adhesive in a cool, dry place. Ideally, they should be stored in a refrigerator.

• Do not leave primers or adhesive cartridge unattended with their caps open or off.

• The vehicle should not be driven for at least 24 hours or until the urethane adhesive has completely

cured. Curing time varies depending on temperature and humidity. The curing time will increase

under lower temperatures and lower humidity.

Inspection

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REPAIRING WATER LEAKAGE FOR OPERA WINDOW GLASS

Leakage can be repaired without removing the opera window glass.

Determine the extent of leakage if water is leaking between the urethane adhesive material and body or glass.

This can be done by applying water to the opera window glass area while pushing glass outward.

Apply primer (if necessary) and then urethane adhesive to the leakage point to stop the leakage.