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If you’ve noticed a small chip in your windshield, promptly repairing windshield damage can save you time and money before the chip, crack, or bullseye expands. Whether you’re a seasoned DIY-er or new to car repairs, this windshield chip repair guide can help you repair small windshield cracks to restore visibility and safety and save on the cost of having the windshield professionally repaired or replaced. O’Reilly Auto Parts has the tools, accessories, and parts your repairs require, including VersaChem windshield chip repair kits, hand tools, scrapers, and much more. This step-by-step video details how to repair a windshield crack, bullseye, star damage, and small spiderweb cracks up to 1-¼ inches on laminated windshields.

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In three images, our expert scraps any loose glass around the chip and uses an alcohol wipe to clear the interior and exterior surface.

Step 1: Prep Your Windshield

Prepare the surface of the windshield by scraping and cleaning any loose glass particles out of the pit. Use an alcohol wipe to clean the area surrounding the chip on both the inside and the outside of the windshield.

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In three images, the application ring is placed on the windshield with the adhesive side surrounding the chip in the glass.

Step 2: Place the Application Ring

Once the area is clean, peel the backing off one side of the application ring so that the adhesive on that side is exposed. Place it carefully on the windshield, with the exposed adhesive against the glass, the hole around the chip, and the tab pointed up. Now, peel the backing off the side facing you.

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In two images, the injector base is secured to the application ring

Align the plastic injector base with the ring you’ve secured around the chip, making sure the tabs are aligned and press it into place. Apply pressure all the way around the base to make sure the seal is airtight.

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The tip of the resin tube is removed and squeezed into the injector base.

Step 3: Apply the Resin

Cut or twist the tip off the lid to your tube of resin. The tip will fit inside the tube on the injector base. Insert the tip into the base and squeeze three-quarters of the resin into the tube.

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In two images, the syringe is placed at the base of the injector base and withdraws some resin.

Remove the resin tube, insert the syringe into the base, and slowly pull the stopper up. Once it reaches the top, leave it there and let it sit for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, remove the syringe briefly from the tube.

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A syringe, half-full with resin, is removed from the tube.

Reinsert the syringe back in the tube, turn the plunger sideways so that the notch in the middle will catch, and push the plunger back down till the middle notch stops at the hilt of the syringe.

Let it sit in this position for 20 minutes. After 20 minutes, remove the syringe.

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In two images, our expert removes the adhesive ring and base from the glass of the windshield.

Step 4: Remove the Adhesive Ring

Using a razor blade if needed, carefully remove the whole adhesive ring and base from the windshield.

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In two images, our expert adds some finishing touches of resin before applying the curing strip.

Step 5: Check the Chip

Make sure the crack is completely filled and that it cures properly. Apply the remaining resin to the dimple in the windshield then lay the curing strip flat across it.

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A car is parked outside with the resin and curing strip on the windshield.

Spread the strip out as flat as possible against the repair and let it cure in the sun. Make sure NOT to park in the shade while the resin is curing.

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Gloved hands peel the curing strip off of the windshield.

Step 6: Let the Resin Cure

Once that last bit of resin has had a chance to cure in the sunlight for at least 15 minutes (one-hour minimum if it’s a cloudy day), then you can remove the curing strip.

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Our expert takes a razor to scrap off any leftover resin or uneven spots.

Do It Right: If the surface is uneven, use your razor blade to carefully scrape any uneven spots or excess resin until the repair is flat against the surface of the glass.

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Prevent windscreen chips from spreading into a wider crack that could require a complete windshield replacement with our detailed instructions using a VersaChem chip repair kit. Repairing a windshield chip doesn’t have to be time-consuming or expensive. O’Reilly Auto Parts carries the windshield repair kits and tools you need to restore your windshield at home. You can also shop glass cleaners, defoggers, and more at O’Reilly Auto Parts to enhance your visibility and stay safe on the road. Perform more automotive DIY projects with advice and guidance from our How-To Hub, which includes step-by-step car repair videos like how to clean your windshield, how to prevent your windows from fogging up, and more.

The automotive repair work depicted in this series is performed under the direction of the manufacturer of the product featured. Prior to undertaking any of the demonstrated repairs on your vehicle, we suggest you consult with a certified mechanic or another professional who can adequately advise you of the proper repair or remedy required. O’Reilly Automotive Stores, Inc. and its affiliates (“O’Reilly”) disclaims any responsibility for injury or damage resulting from a viewer’s attempt to recreate the repairs shown in this series.

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