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How do I repair a windshield at home?

1. Gather the necessary materials.

- Windshield repair kit

- Razor blade or utility knife

- Rubbing alcohol or isopropyl alcohol

- Microfiber cloth or lint-free cloth

2. Prepare the windshield.

- Clean the area around the chip or crack with rubbing alcohol or isopropyl alcohol.

- Use a razor blade or utility knife to remove any loose glass or debris from the chip or crack.

3. Apply the resin.

- Follow the instructions included in the windshield repair kit to apply the resin to the chip or crack.

- Be sure to fill the chip or crack completely.

- Remove any excess resin with a microfiber cloth or lint-free cloth.

4. Cure the resin.

- Place the curing light included in the windshield repair kit over the chip or crack.

- Cure the resin for the amount of time specified in the instructions.

5. Remove the curing light.

- Once the resin is cured, remove the curing light.

6. Clean the windshield.

- Use a microfiber cloth or lint-free cloth to clean the windshield.

7. Inspect the repair.

- Inspect the repair to make sure that the chip or crack is filled and that there are no bubbles or other defects.