AS 473:2017 Direct glazed automotive glass replacement—Light vehicles
6.3.7 Re-fitting components
All components which were removed earlier [see Clause 6.3.1(e) and Clause 6.3.1(f)] shall be refitted and checked to ensure that they are correctly fitted.
NOTES:
1 Additional guidelines are given in Appendix A.
2 It may be necessary to tape moulds in place while the adhesive sealant is curing. In such cases use tape that will not affect the vehicle’s paint work.
3 Inform the customer of safe removal time for any adhesive tape used.
6.3.8 Cleaning-up
The following procedure shall be carried out:
(a) Use only solvent specified by the direct glazing adhesive sealant system manufacturer to remove any excess direct glazing adhesive sealant from the glass, moulds, trim and paint work.
(b) Clean the glass with a glass cleaner.
(c) Remove the protective covers and carry out the final inspection.
(d) Test all electrical and mechanical functions to ensure they are working correctly [see Clause 6.3.1(c)].
6.4 Drive-away time
The customer shall be informed of the direct glazing adhesive fixture time as per the adhesive manufacturer’s instructions, and advised under no circumstances to drive the vehicle for at least the time specified by the adhesive sealant system manufacturer’s
instructions.
This advice is to ensure that the correct cure level and subsequent strength have been reached prior to the vehicle being driven. Climatic conditions, including ambient weather, and installation methods shall be taken into consideration by the autoglazier in making drive-away time recommendations to the end customer.
NOTES:
1 Windscreens fitted to vehicles with passenger airbags require a longer drive-away time than those vehicles with only driver’s side airbags. This is due to the fact that the passenger’s airbag relies on the windscreen to control how it inflates. The direct glazing adhesive sealant manufacturer issues advice on drive-away times.
2 Where direct-glazed rear lights are replaced, an extended drive-away time should be recommended. If not followed damage could occur if side windows are wound down whilst the vehicle is in motion.
6.5 Vehicles fitted with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) The auto glazier should refer to the Thatchem Research, Code of Practice for the replacement and refitting of automotive glazing for vehicles fitted with screen mounted ADAS, for current best practice guidance.