Quarter Window Glass: Service and Repair

QUARTER WINDOW

REMOVAL

1. Open liftgate.
2. Remove upper quarter panel trim. Refer to Trim Panel.

Fig. 1:

3. Remove nuts and washers from quarter window glass assembly (Fig. 1).

WARNING: WEAR EYE AND HAND PROTECTION WHEN HANDLING SAFETY GLASS. PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.

CAUTION: Do not damage body or trim finish when cutting out glass or applying fence primer.

4. Unplug antenna wire (right side only), if equipped.
5. Remove the quarter window glass from the vehicle by pushing on glass from inside of vehicle.

INSTALLATION

The temperature of the vehicle should be at least 21 °C (70 °F) before removing quarter glass. Butyl sealer becomes more pliable at high temperatures.
The stationary glass fence should be cleaned of all old butyl sealer.
1. Apply a 6 mm (0.25 in.) butyl tape around perimeter of glass assembly encapsulation track. Ensure that the butyl tape is wrapped around the mounting studs.
2. Place quarter window glass into position and insert mounting studs through holes in fence (Fig. 1).
3. Start the nuts and washers. Tighten nuts in sequence. Starting with the lower C-pillar nut and working around glass and tightening to 3 N.m (30 in.lbs.) torque.
4. Water test quarter window glass to verify repair.
5. Connect antenna wire (right side only).
6. Install the C-pillar trim panel.