Back Window Glass: Service and Repair

REPLACING REAR WINDSHIELD 4-DOOR

REMOVING
- Stop (brake) lamp.
- Release upper edge of D-pillar panel to permit access to wiring connectors (the panel need not be removed).
- Bend forward and disconnect windshield wiring connectors.

TAPE AROUND THE WINDSHIELD TO PROTECT THE PAINT.

Use piano wire, handle and counterhold according to "Front Windshield Replacement".






Cut out the windshield.
- Start in the top comer and cut down.
- Reposition the wire for the comer when approximately 1/4 remains.
- "Saw" around the corner.
- Make sure that the wire does not catch on heated rear window terminal pins. Keep the piano wire under tension the whole time.






- Pull with counterhold along lower edge Ensure that the wire is free of the parcel shelf metal clips.
- Keep counterhold pressed against PUR adhesive at all times.
- Attach suction pads to windshield. Lift it out and place on stand.
- Leave PUR adhesive residue on body flange If the windshield is to be used again: Cut away PUR residues with a chisel.

INSTALLING
- Clean existing PUR-bead with cleaner H.
- Apply PUR/RIM-activator to the windshield encapsulation.
- Prepare to install the window by applying tape vertically onto the bodywork to fix the window position when installing.
- Apply suction pads to the windshield.
- Apply PUR-adhesive to the windshield.
- Bend electrical lead connectors back at right angles to window.
- Align the windshield to the bodywork accurately.
- Install and apply tape to windshield to secure it.
- Remove suction pads Push window down by hand if any further height adjustment is required.
- Connect electrical leads to rear window.
- Install the stop (brake) lamp.