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Front Door Window Glass: Adjustments




Glass Adjustment

NOTE: If the weatherstrip or the glass run channel are damaged or deteriorated, replace them with new ones.

1. Place the vehicle on a firm, level surface.

2. Remove these items:
- Door panel:
- 2-door Door Panel Removal/Installation (2-Door)

- 4-door front door Front Door Panel Removal/Installation (4-Door)

- 4-door rear door Service and Repair

- Plastic cover:
- Front door Service and Repair

- Rear door Service and Repair

3. Carefully move the glass (A) until you can see the glass mounting bolts (B), then loosen them.

4. Push the glass against the channel (C), then tighten the glass mounting bolts.

5. Check that the glass moves smoothly.

2-door





4-door front





4-door rear





6. Raise the glass fully, and check for gaps. Also make sure that the glass (A) contacts the glass run channel (B) evenly.

7. Attach the plastic cover making sure it is sealed around its outside perimeter to seal out water.

8. Reinstall the door panel:
- 2-door Door Panel Removal/Installation (2-Door)

- 4-door front door Front Door Panel Removal/Installation (4-Door)

- 4-door rear door Service and Repair





9. Check for water leaks. Run water over the roof and on the sealing area as shown, and note these items:
- Use a 12 mm (0.47 in.) diameter hose (A).

- Adjust the rate of water flow as shown (B).

- Do not use a nozzle.

- Hold the hose about 300 mm (12 in.) away from the door (C).