How to Fit Car Glass

If cracks have appeared in your car glass or side windows have been broken, then you'll need to replace the car's glass. To fit car glass you'll need the right equipment; otherwise, the glass will not be secure, and this may cause further problems, such as leakages or more cracks. To prepare, make sure you have all the right tools and ask a friend to help.

Instructions

1

Contact your mechanic or local automotive repair center. Place an order for replacement glass for your vehicle by giving the make, model and year of manufacture of your car.

2

Purchase a new rubber seal, sealant and adhesive from your glass supplier. Ask for advice about the best available products so that you get the right materials for the job. This is important so that the new glass is securely fitted into place, without leakages or falling out.

3

Remove the old glass from your vehicle. To achieve this, use a special windshield removal knife. The knife is specifically designed to pry the windshield, quarter glass or back light away from the supporting rubber seal. By doing so, you avoid damaging the rubber and smashing the glass by accident.

4

Replace the worn out rubber seal from around the edge of the glass and put a new one in place with adhesive. Remove the seal by pulling it off the rim of the window or, alternatively, use a windshield wire to pry it away. Affix the seal with adhesive and protect the car from leaks by using a sealant around the rim. Let the adhesive and sealant dry.

5

Clean the seal and rim. Even though you've replaced the gasket, it's important to clean the area so you get a tight fitting piece of glass in the area, without debris interfering. Do this by scrubbing the area with a toothbrush, water and detergent. Then, let the area dry.

6

Fit the glass in the car. Ask a friend to help you do this, as it requires careful precision to line up the new piece of glass and fit it into the groove of the seal.

7

Apply adhesive underneath the edging of the rubber seal of the window and press it down firmly. This will hold the glass in place, while ensuring that the window is watertight. Before driving the vehicle, let it dry and clean the area once again with a toothbrush, so that you leave a professional finish to your newly fitted car glass.