Lift Window Panel Replacement

Rear Lift Window Replacement

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Caution in Service Precautions.

Important: 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. Close the liftgate before removing the liftgate window.
2. Open the liftgate window.




3. Disconnect the rear defogger plug from the liftgate window.




4. Remove the struts from the liftgate window.





Caution: Refer to Cracked Window Caution in Service Precautions.

5. With the aid of an assistant remove the window (1) from the closed liftgate. Remove the C-clips from the liftgate window hinges, NOT from the liftgate.
6. Slide the liftgate window toward the left of the vehicle and lift off.

Installation Procedure




1. With the aid of an assistant install the liftgate window (1) to the vehicle.
2. Install the C-clips to the liftgate window hinges.




3. Install the struts to the liftgate window.




4. Connect the rear defogger plug to the liftgate window.
5. Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
6. Close the liftgate window.