Auto Glass Technician how-to
How to Repair a Windshield Chip
Early repair prevents cracks.
Quick answer
Early repair prevents cracks. In short: clean; mount; remove, then complete the remaining steps below.
Step by step
Clean the chip.
Mount the injector.
Remove air with vacuum.
Inject resin.
Cure with UV.
Scrape and polish.
Safety reminders for auto glass technicians
- Wear cut-resistant gloves
- Wear eye protection
- Lift glass with two people or tools
- Follow drive-away times
Key terms
Windshield · Laminated glass · Tempered glass · Urethane · Primer · Pinch weld: see the full auto glass technician glossary.