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Liftgate Window Glass: Service and Repair

LIFTGATE WINDOW GLASS







Removal and Installation
1. Remove the rear window wiper motor.
2. Position the liftgate trim panel aside to access the liftgate window glass electrical connectors and the 2 liftgate window glass hinge-to-glass nuts.
3. Disconnect the liftgate window glass electrical connectors.

4. CAUTION: Open and support the liftgate window glass before disconnecting or removing the liftgate window glass struts.

Disconnect the liftgate window glass struts from the liftgate window glass.

5. Remove the 2 liftgate hinge-to-glass nuts.
- Apply Threadlock 262 into the liftgate window glass hinge-to-glass bolt holes, making sure making sure the Threadlock 262 is on the threads.
- To install, tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).

6. CAUTION: Be sure not to scratch the applique located at the bottom of the glass.

With the help of an assistant, remove the liftgate window glass.

7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.