Section 18: BODY
PA1562
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8 ZONE 2
FIGURE 24: ZONE 2 18625
8.1 LATERAL FIXED WINDOW
Nine passenger side windows are provided on
each side on X3-45. They are made of fixed,
single or double-glazed, heat absorbing AS-3
glass. Windows are mounted in painted
aluminum extrusions, which hold the glass in
place from the top rail of the coach. The
extrusion also serves as a hinge to allow the
window to swing open when needed. The
single-glazed windows are made of tinted
tempered safety glass, while the double-glazed
windows are made of tinted tempered safety
glass outside and clear tempered glass inside.
For fixed side window removal or installation,
you will need:
* Hammer or;
* Drill equipped with a sharp pointed rod into
which a small hole was drilled;
* Braided windshield wire and a pair of
handles;
* Gloves, goggles or face shield.
8.1.1 Fixed Window Removal
Method A
• Apply a sticky plastic film onto window
outside surface (thermos) and break win-
dow. For single pane, apply a sticky plastic
film on both sides of window.