Quarter Window Replacement Non Encapsulated

Special Tools

Warning: Refer to Cracked Window Warning in the Preface section.

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. Install a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.

Warning: If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be blown into the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.

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

3.1.	The upper dash pad

3.2.	The defroster outlets and A/C outlets

3.3.	The seats and the carpeting

4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the quarter window. If equipped.

Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning in the Preface section.

Note: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the quarter window from inside the vehicle. This will allow the urethane adhesive to be separated from the window. The retaining clips may get cut off when removing, it will be necessary to tape the quarter window in place until the urethane adhesive is cured.

5. Use J 24402-A , J 39032 , or equivalent in order to remove the quarter window.

•	Leave a base of urethane on the pinchweld flange.

•	The only suitable lubrication is clear water.




6. With the aid of an assistant, use the suction cups to remove the window (2) from the opening.

Note:  The retaining clips may get cut off when removing, it will be necessary to tape the quarter window in place to cure.

1. Install the stationary window into the opening. Refer to Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows.
2. Connect the electrical connector to the quarter window, if equipped
3. Ensure that the radio has reception.
4. Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
5. Close the liftgate window.

Quarter Window Replacement Encapsulated

Special Tools

Warning: Refer to Cracked Window Warning in the Preface section.

1. Remove the rear side quarter front applique. If equipped.

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

2. Open the liftgate.
3. Remove the inside garnish molding.

Warning: Refer to Defroster Outlet Warning in the Preface section.

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 in the Preface section.

Note: When cutting out the quarter window use care not to damage the encapsulation around the perimeter of the quarter window. If the encapsulation is damaged, the window must be replaced.

Note: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the quarter window. Do this from inside the vehicle to protect the outer painted surface.

5. Remove the 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 the J 24402-A , J 39032 , or equivalent in order to remove the quarter window.




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

Note: The molded encapsulation surrounding the quarter window is made using PVC plastic materials. Use a specific PVC primer application prior to applying the urethane adhesive bead to the window.

1. Install the stationary window into the opening. Refer to Adhesive Installation of Encapsulated Stationary Windows.
2. Install the rear side quarter front applique. If equipped.
3. Install the inside garnish molding.
4. Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
5. Close the liftgate.