How Do You Replace A Windshield?
When you schedule a windshield installation, the process generally includes the following steps:
- The technician confirms the vehicle and replacement glass before removal.
- The damaged windshield is removed and the opening is prepared.
- Professional primers and adhesives are used to install the replacement windshield.
- Loose glass and installation debris are cleaned from the work area.
- The technician explains the safe drive-away time and any calibration steps that still apply.
Modern Windshields May Need More Than Glass
Newer windshields can include rain sensors, acoustic layers, heating elements, heads-up display areas, and brackets for forward-facing cameras.
If the vehicle uses a windshield-mounted ADAS camera, the manufacturer may require calibration after replacement. Have the VIN ready when possible so the correct glass and calibration requirements can be identified.