Rear Window Removal & Installation: Installation

1. Rear Window - Install

Rear window type 1

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Rear window type 2

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1. Cut the rubber dams (A, B, and C) to correct length according to the table.

Rear window type 1

Rubber dam	Length	Quantity
A		1
B	450 mm(17.72 in)	2
C	1175 mm(46.26 in)	1

NOTE: When installing new rubber dam A, make sure not to cut the give service part.

Rear window type 2

Rubber dam	Length	Quantity
A	900 mm(35.43 in)	1
B	350 mm(13.78 in)	2
C	1175 mm(46.26 in)	1

2. Install rubber dams A, B, and C, the corner molding (D) (Rear window type 2), and the fasteners (E, F) with the adhesive tape to the inside face of the rear window (G) as shown.

NOTE:

Before installing the fasteners, the molding, and the rubber dams, apply primer to the area where the adhesive tape will be applied.
Make sure the fasteners and the corner molding (Rear window type 2) line up with alignment marks (H).
Be careful not to touch the rear window where the adhesive will be applied.
Rear window type 1: Make sure that there is no clearance between rubber dam A and rubber dams B.
Rear window type 2: First attach the corner molding, then attach rubber dam A and rubber dams B around the edge of the rear window. Make sure edges of rubber dam A contact with the edges of the corner molding. If necessary, cut rubber dam A with a utility knife.

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3. Install the fasteners (A, B) with the adhesive tape to the rear window opening flange of the tailgate as shown.

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4. Set the rear window (A) in the opening, and center it. Make alignment marks (B) across the rear window and the body with a grease pencil at the four points as shown.

NOTE:

Be careful not to touch the rear window where the adhesive will be applied.
Make sure the clips (C) contact with the edge of the body holes.

5. Remove the rear window.

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6. Apply a light coat of primer as shown, then lightly wipe it off with gauze or cheesecloth.

NOTE:

Apply the primer to both side areas of the rear window (A) using the printed dots (B) on the rear window as a guide.
Do not apply body primer to the rear window, and do not mix up the body primer applicator and the glass primer applicator.
Never touch the primed surfaces with your hands. If you do, the adhesive may not bond to the rear window properly, causing a leak after the rear window is installed.
Keep water, dust, and abrasive materials away from the primed surface.

7. Apply a light coat of body primer to any exposed paint or metal around the flange where the adhesive will be applied. Let the body primer dry for at least 10 minutes.

NOTE:

Do not apply the glass primer to the body.
Do not apply body primer to any remaining original adhesive on the flange.
Do not mix up the body primer applicator and the glass primer applicator.
Never touch the primed surfaces with your hands.

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8. Cut a "V" in the end of the nozzle (A) on the adhesive cartridge as shown.

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9. Put the cartridge in a caulking gun, and run a continuous bead of adhesive (A) around the edge of the rear window (B) as shown.

NOTE:

Apply the adhesive to both side areas of the rear window using the printed dots (C) on the rear window as a guide.
Apply the adhesive within 30 minutes after applying the primer.
Make a slightly thicker bead at each corner.

10. Hold the rear window with suction cups over the opening, align it with the alignment marks, and set it down on the adhesive. Lightly push on the rear window until its edges are fully seated on the adhesive all the way around.

NOTE: Do not open or close any of the doors for about an hour until the adhesive is dry

11. Remove the excess adhesive with a putty knife or a shop towel dampened with isopropyl alcohol

12. Wait at least an hour for the adhesive to dry, then spray water over the rear window and check for leaks. Mark the leaking areas, let the rear window dry, then seal with sealant. Let the vehicle stand for at least 4 hours after rear window installation. If the vehicle has to be used within the first 4 hours, it must be driven slowly.

13. Advise the customer not to do the following things for 2 to 3 days:
- Slam the doors with all the windows rolled up.
- Twist the body excessively (such as when going in and out of driveways at an angle or driving over rough, uneven roads).

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14. Connect the connectors (A).

2. Rear Window Wiper Motor - Install
3. Rear License Trim - Install
4. Wiper Arm/Nozzle - Adjustment