Windscreen removal/fitting guide

[watcher27]

Hi,
Does anyone have a guide on how to remove & refit the windscreen on a fortwo? (450, CDi)
My screen leaks and doesnt sit flush with the glass roof, the seal also looks worn. I have got a new seal from smart, but am not sure how to remove the screen etc :redface:

:thanx:

[Evilution]

Re: Windscreen removal/fitting guide

I think you are confused. There is no seal that holds the screen in, that's just a decorative surround.
The windscreen is glued in place the same as the roof.

http://www.evilution.co.uk/456

[Messerschmitt Owner]

Re: Windscreen removal/fitting guide

go speak to an independent car windscreen place and get them to do it for you - it is bonded in and without the proper kit, you are likely to break the screen

[watcher27]

Re: Windscreen removal/fitting guide

I think you are confused. There is no seal that holds the screen in, that's just a decorative surround.
The windscreen is glued in place the same as the roof.

http://www.evilution.co.uk/456

Oh! Didnt realise that
Only ever changed a windscreen on my mini :redface:

The screen leaks from the passenger side and doesnt sit flush with the roof at the top!



Its the same both side's, so i thought the seal needed replacing

[problemchild1976]

Re: Windscreen removal/fitting guide

If an accident were to happen and your windscreen were to become cracked you would only need to pay the excess to get it replaced.....

JJ

[watcher27]

Re: Windscreen removal/fitting guide

If an accident were to happen and your windscreen were to become cracked you would only need to pay the excess to get it replaced.....

JJ

Yes, i did think about the possibility of having an "accident"
But i figured it would be cheaper for autoglass (or equivelent) to just take the screen off and put it back on properly. Or maybe it won't?

[problemchild1976]

Re: Windscreen removal/fitting guide

I don't think they will do it...... The screens are so well bonded now they run a high risk of breaking it!

Only needs a tap with a hammer on the edge...

Not that I have ever done it, will do it or am suggesting you do it.....

JJ