Back Window Glass: Service and Repair

Rear Window Glass:

REMOVAL

1. Remove rear header trim, rear pillar trim, and rear package tray.
2. Remove each of the window defroster connectors.
3. Remove the rubber molding from around the window glass.




4. Remove the weather stripping from the inside.
5. Pierce the sealant with the pull knife and cut around the perimeter of the glass.
6. Remove the glass to a safe place.

INSTALLATION




1. Clean the body of excess sealant with a knife.
2. Clean the glass of excess sealant with a window scraper.




3. Prime an area approximately 3/4 inch (19 mm) wide around the perimeter of the glass.




4. Prime the contact area on the body.
5. Reprime the glass.
6. Install the molding around the perimeter of the glass.




7. Install the weather-stripping in the door.

NOTE: The following cure times may be critical. Attempting to replace a windshield in ambient temperature over 95 °F (35 °C) should be avoided because the surface of the sealant may harden before completing the application.




8. Apply sealant to the door where it was sealed before.
9. Clean the inside of the glass with a commercial glass cleaner and a lint-free cloth.
10. Install molding on the glass.
11. Install the glass into the body.
12. Press the glass firmly into the urethane sealant.
13. Press the molding firmly into place.
14. Remove excess sealant, if any.
15. Tape the window firmly into place so it will not creep down from its own weight.
16. Perform water leak test immediately.
17. Clean the outside of the glass with a commercial glass cleaner and a lint-free cloth.
18. Remove the tape from the windshield wiper and lower it onto the glass.
19. Connect the rear window defroster connectors.