Liftgate Window Glass: Service and Repair

Liftgate Window Glass

Service Repair No - 76.31.22

Removal

CAUTION: Always protect paintwork and glass when removing exterior components.

NOTE: The liftgate glass striker is bonded to the liftgate glass and cannot be adjusted or replaced.

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the rear spoiler.
3. Remove the liftgate glass trim panel.
4. Remove the rear window wiper motor.
5. Release the headlining.
^ Release the liftgate seal.
^ Release the 2 clips.





6. Release the liftgate wiring harness.
^ Release the gaiter.
^ Release and disconnect the 2 electrical connectors.
^ Release the washer jet hose.





7. WARNING: Make sure the liftgate is supported.

Remove the liftgate glass support struts.
^ Release the 2 clips.
^ Repeat the above procedure for the other side.





8. WARNING: Make sure the liftgate is supported.

With assistance, remove the liftgate glass.
^ Remove and discard the 2 nuts.





Installation

1. With assistance, install the liftgate glass.
^ Tighten the nuts to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).

2. Install the liftgate glass support struts.
^ Secure the clips.

3. Install the liftgate wiring harness.
^ Connect and secure the electrical connectors.
^ Connect the washer jet hose.
^ Install the gaiter.

4. Install the headlining.
^ Install the clips.
^ Install the liftgate seal.

5. Install the rear window wiper motor.
6. Install the liftgate glass trim panel.
7. Install the spoiler.
8. Connect the battery ground cable.
9. Check the liftgate glass alignment and adjust if required.