2026-09-24

Fixed Roof Glass (Model Y Standard) (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 10200300201 10200300202 FRT 2.88 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and its associated FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure you are wearing proper PPE when performing the procedure below. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

  • 2026-08-05: Added step to update roof glass configuration.
  • 2026-06-01: Added warnings to set drill clutch to 1 when cutting glass adhesive.
Equipment:
  • GLASS REMOVAL KIT, WRD SPIDER 3

Remove

  1. Remove the headliner assembly. See Headliner Assembly (Model Y Standard) (Remove and Install).
  2. Prepare WRD Spider 3 glass removal kit.
  3. Apply tape to body surrounding roof glass.
  4. Use equalizer to separate two datums from roof glass.
    Note
    2x datums, One datum is located in the front center of the roof glass, and one datum is located in the left rear of the roof glass, slide equalizer up against datums and carefully separate adhesive from windshield, note you may not be able to see the datum clearly but you can feel for it using the blade, release the datum as it will aid in the cutting process.
  5. Loop nylon string through wire starter.
  6. Insert tool through roof glass urethane at rear corner.
    Note
    Take caution when doing this, avoid damage to painted surfaces, and use the protective shield.
  7. Pull nylon string through.
    Note
    Ensure you pull enough nylon string through to wrap around the perimeter of the glass, both ends of the nylon string can stay inside the vehicle interior and does not need to pulled through completely.
  8. Route nylon string around the glass.
    Note
    Make sure nylon string is placed under the seals, do not damage seals of front windshield and liftgate.
  9. Attach anchor point to interior of fixed roof glass assembly and secure line.
  10. Install nylon string onto spider cutting tool
    Note
    Follow instructions on spider tool, feed line through opening of the cutting tool and tie a knot to secure in place, if spindle is not turned the proper direction the cutting tool will be damaged.
  11. Secure spider cutting tool to interior side of fixed roof glass.
    Note
    Note orientation of the cutting line, make sure line warps over large pulley and holds at a 90 degree angle.
  12. Install an angle driver to an electric drill and set the drill clutch to 1.
    Warning
    Failure to set the drill clutch to 1 may result in serious injury.
  13. Use the drill to turn the spindle on the cutting tool. Begin cutting urethane around the glass.
    Warning
    Do not begin cutting the windshield without first setting the drill clutch to 1. Failure to do so may result in serious injury.
    Warning
    Wear appropriate eye and hand protection while cutting the glass assembly.
    CAUTION
    Place a plastic guard to protect the headliner assembly.
    CAUTION
    Take precaution to make sure the line goes above the datums and the roof brackets. If the line gets caught on the roof bracket then the line will break.
    Tip
    Use the headliner protector or a trim tool to apply upward pressure to the line as it cuts. Do not use your hands.
    Tip
    Move the cutting tool as needed while keeping the line close to a 90° angle. If the line gets stuck, try to pull it backwards in order release it from under the metal roof bracket or change the positions of the anchor and cutting tool.
    Figure 1. Plastic guard to protect the headliner
  14. Remove cutting tools.
    Note
    Discard used nylon string, return tools to kit.
  15. Remove roof glass from vehicle.
    Note
    4x suction cup tools, Secure suction cups to roof glass at each corner, Recommend assistance.
  16. Remove old urethane from body.
    Note
    Ensure residual urethane is 1 mm or less in thickness.
  17. Remove any broken datums.

Install

  1. Place new roof glass on support stand and prepare for installation.
    Note
    Recommend assistance, prepare for installation and remove any protective or adhesive covers.
  2. Attach suction cups to new roof glass.
    Note
    4x suction cup tools.
  3. Wipe urethane path on body and roof glass with IPA.
    Note
    Allow 1 minute dry time.
  4. Remove tape from body surrounding roof glass.
  5. Apply urethane primer to body and roof glass along urethane path.
    Note
    Allow primer to dry for 2 minutes before applying urethane, if using Sika 258 sealant, please use Sika special activator Pro as shown in the orange item in the picture.
  6. Prepare caulking gun and urethane.
    Note
    Opening must be 12.5mm wide and 20mm tall.
  7. Apply urethane to body.
    Note
    Urethane should go around the inside of the roof bracket.
  8. Position roof glass onto vehicle.
    Note
    Recommend assistance, Align datums at front and rear of glass to body.
  9. Verify gap and flush of roof glass and adjust as needed.
    Note
  10. Press glass onto body once in position.
    Note
    Use sandbags if needed.
  11. Apply tape to secure roof glass.
  12. Remove suction cups from roof glass.
  13. Inspect the regulator guide blocks for glass splinters or other debris, and clean them if necessary.
    CAUTION
    Debris and splinters may damage or shatter the new door glass.
  14. Install the headliner assembly. See Headliner Assembly (Model Y Standard) (Remove and Install).
  15. Remove tape securing roof glass to vehicle once urethane has cured.
    Note
    Please follow the minimum departure time set by the adhesive manufacturer, Dow Betaseal Express takes at least 1 hour to cure (temperature -18℃ or higher), Henkel and Sika takes at least 8 hours to cure (best conditions: Temperature 23℃, relative humidity 50%), park the vehicle indoors, if necessary, please paste tape on the glass of the vehicle, press and fix, and inform the customer to remove the tape after 24 hours. At the same time, customers are advised to avoid driving at high speeds and avoid speed bumps for the next 24 hours
  16. Enter Service Mode Plus. See Service Mode Plus.
  17. Select Service Mode Plus > Thermal > Actions > Thermal Configuration > roofGlassType. Select the configuration for the type of glass that was just installed.
    Figure 2. Model 3 menu shown; Model Y similar
  18. Exit Service Mode.