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2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Windows
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IMPORTANT: Remove all but 1 mm (.040 in) of the existing urethane adhesive from the pinch weld flange. This will ensure proper depth of window in relations exterior trim.
  1. Remove all mounds or loose pieces of urethane adhesive from pinch weld areas.
  2. If the original window assembly is being reused, remove all but a thin film of existing urethane from the window frame surface by using a clean utility knife or razor blade scraper.
    IMPORTANT: If corrosion of the pinch weld flange is present or if sheet metal repairs or replacement are required, the pinch weld flange must be refinished in order to restore the bonding area strength. If paint repairs are required, mask the flange bonding area prior to applying the color coat in order to provide a clean primer only surface. Materials such as BASF DE15, Dupont 2610, Sherwin-Williams PSE 4600 and NP70, Martin-Semour 5120, PPG DP90LF, Spies/Hecker 3688/8590 3688/5150 4070/5090, and Standox 11158/13320 14653/14980 are approved for this application.
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