Liftgate Window Glass: Service and Repair
Fixed Glass:
Rear Gate Glass / REMOVAL
1. Remove rear wiper.
2. Remove rear gate trim.
3. Remove electrical connector from rear defogger terminal.
4. Remove glass in the same procedure as for windshield glass.
NOTE: A matching pin is cemented to corners of the glass on the compartment side. Use a piano wire when cutting each pin.
INSTALLATION
1. Install a new rubber strip (A) by aligning it with the end of the rear gate glass (B).
2. Install glass in the same procedure as for windshield glass.
3. About one hour after installation, conduct a leak test.
CAUTION: When door is open/closed after glass is bonded, always lower door glass and then open/close it carefully.
Move vehicle slowly.
4. After completion of all work, allow vehicle to stand for about 24 hours.
NOTE: For minimum drying time and time the vehicle must be left standing before driving after bonding, follow instructions or instruction manual from the adhesive manufacturer.
CAUTION: When a vehicle is returned to the user, tell him or her that the vehicle should not be subjected to heavy impact for at least three days.
5. Connect rear defogger terminals.
6. Install rear gate trim.
7. Install rear wiper.