Liftgate Window Glass: Service and Repair

Liftgate Window Replacement

Removal Procedure

Warning: Refer to Cracked Window Warning (Cracked Window Warning).


Note: Before cutting out a stationary window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.

1. Open the liftgate.
2. Remove the liftgate trim panel. Refer to Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement (Service and Repair).
3. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the liftgate window defogger bus bar.
Warning: Refer to Defroster Outlet Warning (Technician Safety Information).

4. Cover the following parts to protect from broken glass:

* Upper dash pad
* Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
* Seats and carpeting

Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning (Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning).


Note: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.

5. Remove the liftgate window from the urethane adhesive.

* Leave a base of urethane approximately 2 mm (0.078 in) on the pinch-weld flange.
* The only suitable lubrication is clear water.
* Use J 24402-A , J 39032 or equivalent in order to remove the window.




6. With the aid of an assistant, remove the liftgate window (1) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the liftgate window into the opening of the liftgate. Refer to Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows (Quarter) (Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows (Quarter))Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows (Windshield) (Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows (Windshield))Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows (Liftgate) (Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows (Liftgate)).
2. Connect the liftgate window defogger electrical connectors.
3. Install the liftgate trim panel. Refer to Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement (Service and Repair).
4. Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
5. Close the liftgate.