Pic. 8.38. Tailgate glass
Withdrawal
Pic. 8.39. Rear Window Heated Element Wiring Connector
Disconnect the rear window defroster wire connector (pic. 8.39).
Remove facing of a door of a back.
Remove the wiper arm and motor.
Remove the additional brake light.
Note. The procedure for removing the rear and windshields is the same.
Installation
Using a cutter or tool 09861-31200, cut the adhesive bead evenly to a thickness of about 2 mm from the glass bonding surface around the entire perimeter of the opening flange.
Attention! Do not cut the adhesive bead to less than the specified thickness and take care not to damage the body paintwork with the cutter. If damaged, repair the layer by applying a finishing paint.
Clean the rear window flange with a sponge soaked in alcohol or a degreaser and degreaser.
Install the new rear window into the opening and use a soft pencil to mark the glass and body in four places.
Install the rear window trim, making sure there are no gaps.
Apply a thin layer of Window Adhesive Primer to the edge of the rear window.
Pic. 8.40. Sealant application scheme
Apply sealant to glass edge (pic. 8.40).
Apply a thin layer of body adhesive primer to the layer of sealant left on the glass aperture flange. After applying the adhesive primer, install the glass within 5 minutes at the latest.
Using suction cups 09861-31400, place the rear glass on the opening, matching the applied marks, and press the glass to the sealant layer.
Remove excess glue with a spatula or wipe off with gauze. Fill with glue all the voids around the perimeter of the glass.
Make sure the windshield is sealed by spraying it with a jet of cold water, being careful not to damage the fresh adhesive layer with a strong jet. Water in such a way that water runs down the edges of the glass.
If leaks are found, dry the leak and apply sealant.
Install previously removed parts.