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Hinged Body Side Window Replacement



Hinged Body Side Window Replacement

Removal Procedure


Caution: When working with any type of glass or sheet metal with exposed or rough edges, wear approved safety glasses and gloves in order to reduce the chance of personal injury.

1. Remove the garnish molding, if equipped.




2. Remove the screws that retain the latch to the vehicle.
3. Remove the nuts (3) that retain the hinge to the vehicle.
4. Remove the window assembly from the vehicle.
Do not replace the weatherstrip (2) unless the weatherstrip is damaged.



Installation Procedure





1. Install the window assembly to the vehicle.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

2. Install the nuts (3) that retain the hinge to the vehicle.

Tighten the nuts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

3. Install the screws that retain the latch to the vehicle.

Tighten the screws to 3 N.m (27 lb in).

4. Install the window garnish molding to the window opening, if equipped.