**What’s That on Your Tata Nexon’s Windshield? Here’s What the Markings Mean**

Hey r/CarsIndia,

Just noticed the markings on my Tata Nexon's windshield and got curious about what they actually mean. Turns out, they tell you a lot about the glass, its certifications, and its specs. Thought I'd share what I found—though this can vary depending on your car.

Here’s a breakdown of what I found:

  • TATA – This one's obvious; it means the glass is meant for Tata vehicles. If you have a Hyundai, for example, it might say HYUNDAI instead.
  • SAINT-GOBAIN SEKURIT – The manufacturer of the windshield. Mine is from Saint-Gobain, but I've seen cars with Asahi Glass (AGC) or Pilkington windshields too.
  • CML-6804676 – Some sort of certification number for Indian standards. This would be different for other manufacturers.
  • PVB – Short for Polyvinyl Butyral, the plastic layer inside laminated windshields. Basically, it helps hold the glass together if it cracks.
  • E6 – A European certification mark. The number changes based on the country that issued it (e.g., E1 for Germany, E2 for France). Mine's E6, which I think is Belgium?
  • 43R-000273 – Some safety compliance thing under ECE R43 regulations. This code will definitely be different on other windshields.
  • IS:2553 – The Indian Standard for safety glass. Again, a regulation thing that ensures it meets local safety norms.
  • II-LAMINATED – Means the glass is laminated, which is standard for windshields. Side windows, though, are usually tempered instead of laminated.
  • Dots at the bottom – Apparently, these help with bonding the windshield to the frame and protect the adhesive from UV rays. Never really paid attention to them before.

If you check your windshield, you’ll probably see similar markings, but with slight differences based on the manufacturer and region. If anyone knows more about these codes, feel free to add on!

Hey r/CarsIndia,

Just noticed the markings on my Tata Nexon's windshield and got curious about what they actually mean. Turns out, they tell you a lot about the glass, its certifications, and its specs. Thought I'd share what I found—though this can vary depending on your car.

Here’s a breakdown of what I found:

  • TATA – This one's obvious; it means the glass is meant for Tata vehicles. If you have a Hyundai, for example, it might say HYUNDAI instead.
  • SAINT-GOBAIN SEKURIT – The manufacturer of the windshield. Mine is from Saint-Gobain, but I've seen cars with Asahi Glass (AGC) or Pilkington windshields too.
  • CML-6804676 – Some sort of certification number for Indian standards. This would be different for other manufacturers.
  • PVB – Short for Polyvinyl Butyral, the plastic layer inside laminated windshields. Basically, it helps hold the glass together if it cracks.
  • E6 – A European certification mark. The number changes based on the country that issued it (e.g., E1 for Germany, E2 for France). Mine's E6, which I think is Belgium?
  • 43R-000273 – Some safety compliance thing under ECE R43 regulations. This code will definitely be different on other windshields.
  • IS:2553 – The Indian Standard for safety glass. Again, a regulation thing that ensures it meets local safety norms.
  • II-LAMINATED – Means the glass is laminated, which is standard for windshields. Side windows, though, are usually tempered instead of laminated.
  • Dots at the bottom – Apparently, these help with bonding the windshield to the frame and protect the adhesive from UV rays. Never really paid attention to them before.

If you check your windshield, you’ll probably see similar markings, but with slight differences based on the manufacturer and region. If anyone knows more about these codes, feel free to add on!