How are most windshields affixed in place?

How are most windshields affixed in place?

• A. By Screws and Brackets
• B. By Use of a Strong Glue
• C. With Mechanical Fasteners
• D. With Adhesive Tape

Answer: (B)

Windshields are fixed in place mainly by a strong adhesive sealant that bonds the glass to the vehicle frame. This adhesive creates a continuous perimeter bond, seals out water and air, and helps distribute loads across the windshield in a crash, which is why it’s favored over mechanical fasteners or tape. Using a strong glue describes this method well, since screws, brackets, or tape would not provide the same lasting seal or structural support. In rescue work, the windshield is typically removed by cutting through the adhesive to separate the pane, rather than unbolting or peeling it away.

Windshields are fixed in place mainly by a strong adhesive sealant that bonds the glass to the vehicle frame. This adhesive creates a continuous perimeter bond, seals out water and air, and helps distribute loads across the windshield in a crash, which is why it’s favored over mechanical fasteners or tape. Using a strong glue describes this method well, since screws, brackets, or tape would not provide the same lasting seal or structural support. In rescue work, the windshield is typically removed by cutting through the adhesive to separate the pane, rather than unbolting or peeling it away.