REMOVAL

1.Remove rear pillar finisher (LH/RH). Refer to Removal and Installation.

2.Remove partially headlining (rear edge). Refer to Removal and Installation.

3.Remove rear parcel shelf finisher. Refer to Removal and Installation.

4.Remove connectors and grounds for rear window defogger and printed antenna.

5.Apply protective tape around rear window glass to prevent painted surface from being damaged.

6.If rear window glass will be reused, paint matching marks on the body and glass.
NOTE：
Positioning during installation can be easily performed. Mount the glass on the body and put the matching marks after clearing the body side especially when installing new glass.

7.Cut the adhesive.Use a windshield cutter for straight section. For the area that the windshield cutter cannot be used, use piano wire or a cutter knife.

(1)With a windshield cutter

1)Apply soapy water around the bonded area on the body for smooth movement of the windshield cutter (A).

2)Insert windshield knife into the bonded area from the passenger room side. Cut adhesive by pulling the knife, keeping the tip parallel to the edge of the glass.

(2)With piano wireFor the area that the windshield cutter cannot be used, use piano wire.

1)From the area cut by the windshield cutter, pass the piano wire through the passenger room side and tie both sides to wire grips.

2)Cut the adhesive by alternately pulling the piano wire along with the glass.
■ CAUTION ■

- Never press the piano wire excessively against the edge of the glass.
- Always use a Standish cover (stainless plate) to keep the piano wire clear of plastic parts.

(3)With a cutter knife

1)Working from inside cabin, insert a cutter knife between rear window glass and body side outer panel. Work the cutter knife along the edge of the rear window glass to cut off the adhesive.
■ CAUTION ■
Never contact painted surfaces with the cutter knife tip.

8.Use rubber suction cups or suction lifter (A), etc. to remove glass from the vehicle.

INSTALLATION

1.Using a scraper, remove remaining adhesive (sealant) on the body side down to approximately a depth that is 2.0 mm (0.079 in) thick (a) so that entire contour becomes smooth.
■ CAUTION ■
If the bonded area on the body is scratched, repair it with a two-liquid type urethane paint. Never use lacquer type paint.

2.When reusing the glass (2), use the cutter (A) to remove the remaining adhesive (1) (sealant) and smooth out the surface.

3.Mount the glass onto the vehicle and paint matching marks on the body and glass when installing new glass. Then remove the glass again.

4.Use the rubber suction cups or suction lifter (A) to set the glass (1) on the glass stand (B).

5.Clean the bonded area on the glass and body with white gasoline or degreasing agent.

6.Install new spacer.

7.Apply primer for the glass along the entire circumference of the glass. Use the sealing kit for glass application and the special holder for cartridge or similar tools.
■ CAUTION ■
There are 2 types of primer. Never confuse the application methods.

- Primer for painted surfaces
- Primer for glass

NOTE：
The essential function of primers is to strengthen adhesion between glass and painted surface.

8.Apply primer for the painted surface to the body side bonding surface.
■ CAUTION ■

- If the body side bonding surface is repaired with a two-liquid type urethane paint, always apply the primer after drying the paint.
- If primer for painted surfaces adheres to a painted surface other than the bonding area, or if it overflows, quickly remove it with white gasoline or degreasing agent.

9.Affix the dam rubber and apply adhesive along the edge of the glass within the time period indicated in the instruction manual after applying primer.

- When reusing the glass, affix new dam rubber at the same place where old dam rubber was affixed.
- When installing new glass, apply the dam rubber from the edge of the glass so as to hide the black print.

■ CAUTION ■
Apply the dam rubber (1) to the outer edge of the outline mark of black print as shown in Exploded View. Apply it so as to only place it without pulling.
NOTE：
Open adhesive by cutting off the nozzle tip and set it in a sealant gun.

10.Use rubber suction cups or suction lifter (A) that are installed in advance, align the matching marks to install.
■ CAUTION ■
2 or more workers are required when installing the glass.

11.Press the entire surface of the glass lightly to fit it completely.

12.Correct any adhesive overflow or shortage using a spatula to make the surface smooth.
■ CAUTION ■
After installing glass, keep the front door glass open until the adhesive is completely cured. Avoid driving the vehicle.

13.Remove the protective tape.

14.Install the removed parts.
■ CAUTION ■
Check the mating area with surrounding parts. Adjust if necessary.