I have a cracked front windshield. It's the original glass on the car, so it's sad to see it go. I'd like to stay as close to factory-correct as possible. The original markings read:
Shaded
Soft-Ray
SAFETY [shield with LOF diagonally down-right) PLATE
AS1 YA
LAMINATED
M4
I have the A02 tinted windshield option ([1] W on the cowl tag).
So, I have a couple of questions about replacement:
1) Where should I get new glass? Best places? Part numbers? Sources to avoid?
2) I've never replaced glass before and have no glass-handling tools. Is this a DIY job or should I be taking it to a shop?
3) What else should I order? Seals, gaskets, trim, felt. lubricant, silicone, etc.?
4) What else am I missing? What are the the things that fit the "I don't know what I don't know" part of this job?
Thanks.
[BTW, I am familiar with the CRG report on windshield. So, I don't need the reference or help decoding the YA date code. Thanks.]