Kia Sportage: Windshield Glass
Components and Components Location
Components
![](images/books/1921/5/index%20258.png)
- Windshield side
molding
- Windshield glass
Repair procedures
Replacement
Removal
CAUTION
- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Use seat covers to avoid damaging any surfaces
1. Remove the following items
- Front pillar trim
(Refer to the BD group - "Interior Trim")
- Inside rearview mirror
(Refer to the BD group - "Mirror")
- Rain sensor
(Refer to the BE group - "Rain Sensor")
- Wiper arm
(Refer to the BD group - "Cowl Top Cover")
- Cowl top cover
(Refer to the BD group - "Cowl Top Cover")
- Windshield glass deicer connector
(Refer to the BE group - "Windshield Deicer")
2. Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the windshield side molding (A).
![3. Cut out the sealant using the sealant cutting tool (A) (09861-31100).](images/books/1921/5/index%20259.png)
3. Cut out the sealant using the sealant cutting tool (A) (09861-31100).
![4. Remove the windshield glass (B) carefully using the glass holder (A).](images/books/1921/5/index%20260.png)
4. Remove the windshield glass (B) carefully using the glass holder (A).
![Installation](images/books/1921/5/index%20261.png)
Installation
1. With a knife, scrape the old adhesive smooth to a thickness of about 2mm
(0.08 in.) on the bonding surface
around the entire windshield opening flange:
- Do not scrape down to the painted surface of the body; damaged paint
will interfere with proper bonding.
- Remove the rubber dam and fastereners from the body.
- Mask off surrounding surfaces before painting
2. Clean the bonding surface with a sponge dampened in alcohol. After
cleaning, keep oil, grease and water from
getting on the clean surface.
3. Install the windshield side molding (A) and fasteners. Do not allow any gaps.
![4. Install the spacer (A) install the windshield glass (B) temporarily with](images/books/1921/5/index%20262.png)
4. Install the spacer (A) install the windshield glass (B) temporarily with
marking sure to position them on the center,
and then place the alignment mark (C).
![5. With a sponge, apply a light coat of body primer to the original adhesive](images/books/1921/5/index%20263.png)
5. With a sponge, apply a light coat of body primer to the original adhesive
remaining around the windshield opening
flange. Let the body primer dry for at least 10 minutes.
- Do not apply glass primer to the body, and be careful not to mix up
glass and body primer sponges.
- Never touch the primed surfaces with your hands.
- Mask off the dashboard before painting the flange.
![6. Apply a light coat of glass primer to the outside of the fasteners.](images/books/1921/5/index%20264.png)
6. Apply a light coat of glass primer to the outside of the fasteners.
NOTE
- Never touch the primed surface with your hand If you do, the adhesive
may not bond to the glass
properly, causing a leak after the windshield glass is installed.
- Do not apply body primer to the glass.
- Keep water, dust, and abrasive materials away from the primer.
![7. Pack adhesive into the cartridge without aft pockets to ensure continuous](images/books/1921/5/index%20265.png)
7. Pack adhesive into the cartridge without aft pockets to ensure continuous
delivery. Put the cartridge in a caulking
gun and run a bead of adhesive (B) around the edge of the windshield (A) between
the fastener and molding as
shown. Apply the adhesive within 30 minutes after applying the glass primer.
Make a slightly thicker bead at each corner.
![8. Use suction cups (A) to hold the windshield (B) over the opening, align it](images/books/1921/5/index%20266.png)
8. Use suction cups (A) to hold the windshield (B) over the opening, align it
with the alignment marks (C) made in
step 15, and set it down on the adhesive. Lightly push on the windshield until
its edges are fully seated on the
adhesive all the way around. Do not open or close the doors until the adhesive
is dry.
![9. Scrape or wipe the excess adhesive off with a putty knife or towel. To](images/books/1921/5/index%20267.png)
9. Scrape or wipe the excess adhesive off with a putty knife or towel. To
remove adhesive from a painted surface
or the windshield, wipe with a soft shop towel dampened with alcohol.
10. Let the adhesive dry for at least one hour, then spray water over the
windshield and check for leaks. Make
leaking areas, and let the windshield dry, then seal with sealant:
- Let the vehicle stand for at least four hours after windshield
installation. If the vehicle has to be used within
the first four, it must be driven slowly.
- Keep the windshield dry for the first hour after installation.
11. Reinstall all remaining removed parts. Install the rearview mirror after
the adhesive has dried thoroughly. Advise
the customer not to do the following things for two the thee days:
- Slam the door with all the windows rolled up.
- Twist the body excessively (such as when going in and out of driveways
at an angle or driving over rough,
uneven roads)
12. Installation the following items.
- Windshield glass deicer connector
(Refer to the BE group - "Windshield Deicer")
- Cowl top cover
(Refer to the BD group - "Cowl Top Cover")
- Wiper arm
(Refer to the BD group - "Cowl Top Cover")
- Rain sensor
(Refer to the BE group - "Rain Sensor")
- Inside rearview mirror
(Refer to the BD group - "Mirror")
- Front pillar trim
(Refer to the BD group - "Interior Trim")
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Repair procedures
Replacement
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Average fuel efficiency
Total driving time
The trip computer mode displays information
related to vehicle driving parameters
including fuel economy, tripmeter
information and timer.
* For more details, refer to "Trip information
(tri
The alarm will be activated if any of the
following occurs while the system is
armed.
A front or rear door is opened without
using the smart key.
The liftgate is opened without using
the smart key.
The hood is opened.
The horn will sound and the hazard
warning lights will blink con