Should I remove the colored film over the rear of the glass prior to installation?
1271589
I wouldn't it's glued together its easier to buy them already put together so its easier to install
1878027
I have not removed mine, but it is not supposed to. My understanding from the instructions is that you should heat the area a bit with a hair dryer to aid in removal. 3M makes top notch stuff. I am not worried about it when the time comes to remove the film. Stick to the 3M stuff. And no, I don't work for 3m;)
2054403
The back of the glass has adhesive, there are instruction on how to prepare a lint/dust free surface to ensure that you have no blemishes
2202525
This will take care of the LCD spots, but you'll need to buy the glass separately. Make sure you get glass that has adhesive ore applied to the back of it.
1073780
I am no expert on this, but I believe you would apply the film to the inside part of the windows. I know that's were mine went. I have heard of people installing the film on the outside, but it would seem to have a shorter life time due to the elements.Craig
606358
Clear. Make sure you use plenty of water during installation. It makes it easier to squeegee the bubbles out.
988851
Maybe. If there is a tab to grab, pull it off. If it is a plastic coating that does not have a tab it may be pressed off when it is installed.
2033353
The instructions did state that a certain side needed to go against the glass so this may be be the problem. The glass also needs to be sprayed with water before applying the film.
831152
I put it on at work, which is a dusty location. I cleaned the screen with the soft cleaning cloth you get from the Optometrist. I lined it up, tried using the cardboard piece but found that a debit card worked much better to get any bubbles out.
895035
I would say yes to exterior side of door or the side that you want it to be more visible. I have it on the inside of the window but we can also see it from the outside just as well. You will get a feel of the "texture" on the right side of the film. The other side is flat and smooth.
447983
There's a piece of metallic tape that covers the sealing bar. It looks like packaging material, so it's very tempting to remove it. It needs to remain in place
1055364
I haven't removed it, but it is not supposed to damage the original finish. I will probably not remove it unless it starts to peel loose. I don't know if that happens or not.
624460
Clean the spot where you're going to install it before attempting the installation. Also only use the suction part on the windshield.
1081383
You dont need to remove the film. I would suggest carefully re-seating the connector - make sure they are fully connected. If I recall correctly, there were TWO of them - so make sure both are connected. Also it is easy to crimp the flex cable to the connector on assembly. YOu might want to reassmble checking that carefully.
281050
There is a plastic film on the front and back of the screen, if you did not remove both it will be cloudy.
890737
I haven't needed to take it off yet and hope I don't have to but I understand from others that dental tape does the trick. Soft enough not to damage your lcd and strong enough to do the job. Just get under the glass to get started and gently slide down...can't guarantee this but it sounds sensible to. Hope it helps.
1618626
I had the same issue I actually took a piece of blue painters tape and put it on the glass then peeled it once it was installed. Good luck