Does replacing the windshield affect the car?

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OPaislee
07/30/25 2:29am
Replacing the windshield does not affect the car. However, if it is not installed properly, the glass adhesive on both sides of the windshield may not fit tightly with the glass, which can have an impact on the car. Windshields are generally made of laminated glass. Laminated glass refers to a type of transparent adhesive plastic film sandwiched between two or three layers of glass, combining the toughness of the plastic with the hardness of the glass, thereby enhancing the glass's resistance to breakage. Precautions for replacing the windshield: 1. Wear gloves to protect your hands; 2. Wear goggles when cutting glass adhesive with piano wire; 3. Use seat covers to avoid damaging the seats; 4. Use glass adhesive components; 5. When replacing a cracked windshield, use a universal windshield cutter.
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