Applying Adhesive Deflectors Instead

Preparing the Window Frame and Deflectors

Buy wind deflectors made for your car model. Wind deflectors are specially designed for different car models. Make sure that the wind deflectors you buy are suitable for your car. If you purchase the wrong kind, you will not be able to achieve a perfect fit.

• You can find the car model information on the wind deflector’s packaging. If you’re not sure what kind to buy, ask a salesperson for advice.

Clean the window frame and channel. Spray a window cleaner or mild solvent over the tops and sides of the window and wipe it off with a paper towel or dry cloth. Rub off any dirt, dust, or debris in the window frame so your wind deflector will fit in securely.

• If you are installing an adhesive wind deflector, clean off the window’s trim (the painted door frame to the top and sides of the window) as well with the cleaner and dry cloth.

Use a damp cloth or screwdriver to scrape dirt away from the bottom of the frame. Pull your cloth through the slot and pick out any large pieces of debris that might be stuck in the slot. If you cannot pull out the debris using the cloth, pick it out with a screwdriver instead.

Let the window frame dry before fitting in the deflector. If you install the deflector while the window frame is still wet, your deflector may not attach as tightly. Give the windows time to air dry or wipe the frame and slot down with a dry towel before you prepare your wind deflector

1.Peel off a small section of the double-sided tape liner from both sides. Several inches or centimeters is enough to test the deflector’s fit. Place the wind deflector along the top of the window trim to test its approximate fit.

Do not remove all of the double-sided tape until you’ve aligned the wind deflector.

2.Adjust the wind deflector’s alignment. Line the wind deflector up with the top of the window trim as closely as possible. When you’ve achieved an even fit, apply pressure to the peeled ends of the adhesive to secure the wind deflector in place.

If the wind deflector does not align with the top of the window, it may be the wrong size.

3.Remove the remainder of the adhesive tape. Pull on the adhesive tape’s end strips until you have entirely removed them from the wind deflector. Apply pressure to the wind deflector as you peel off the tape to stick it firmly on your car.

4.Test the wind deflector for adherence. After you’ve bonded the wind deflector to your car, try to wiggle the deflector up and down. If the deflector has adhered properly, it shouldn’t move. Apply more pressure to loose areas or adjust the wind deflector’s positioning if it does move.