Can You Drive Immediately After Replacing the Windshield?

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MacElla
07/29/25 3:51pm
You can generally drive after replacing the windshield. However, please note the following precautions: 1. Do not wash the car within three days after replacing the windshield, and remove the adhesive tape securing the windshield position only after three days. 2. Try to avoid driving on excessively bumpy roads, and refrain from sudden braking or rapid acceleration to prevent the windshield from shifting. 3. Do not insert parking permits or other cards into the gap between the windshield and the dashboard. 4. Avoid driving on highways and keep the maximum speed below 80 km/h. 5. Do not apply window tint within seven days. Additionally, do not open the windows while driving within three days after replacing the rear windshield to prevent it from shifting due to wind pressure.
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