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Back Window Glass: Installation

  1. INSTALL NO. 2 BACK WINDOW GLASS STOPPER 
    1. Using a brush or sponge, coat the application area of the No. 2 stoppers with Primer G.
      NOTE:
      • Do not apply too much primer.
      • Allow the primer coating to dry for 3 minutes or more.
      • Do not keep any of the opened Primer G for later use.

      HINT:

      If an area other than that specified is coated by accident, wipe off the primer with a clean piece of cloth before it dries.

    2. Install 2 new No. 2 stoppers onto the back window glass, as shown in the illustration.

      HINT:

      Only 2-piece type No. 2 stoppers are supplied. Use the 2-piece type stoppers even if a 1 -piece type was used.

      Standard dimension 

      AREA DIMENSION

      Area Dimension
      A 15.5 mm (0.610 in.)
      Fig 1: Identifying 2-Piece Type No. 2 Stoppers
      G05253650Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  2. INSTALL NO. 1 BACK WINDOW GLASS STOPPER 
    1. Install 2 new No. 1 stoppers to the vehicle body, as shown in the illustration.

      HINT:

      Only 2-piece type No. 1 stoppers are supplied. Use the 2-piece type stoppers even if a 1-piece type was used.

    Fig 2: Identifying 2-Piece Type No. 1 Stoppers
    G05253651Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  3. INSTALL BACK WINDOW MOLDING 
    1. Using a brush or sponge, coat the application area of molding with Primer G.
      NOTE:
      • Do not apply too much primer.
      • Allow the primer coating to dry for 3 minutes or more.
      • Do not keep any of the opened Primer G for later use.

      HINT:

      If an area other than that specified is coated by accident, wipe off the primer with a clean piece of cloth before it dries.

    2. Install a new molding onto the back window glass, as shown in the illustration.

      Standard dimension 

      AREA DIMENSION

      Area Dimension
      A 6.4 mm (0.252 in.)
      Fig 3: Identifying Molding Onto Back Window Glass
      G05253652Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  4. INSTALL WINDSHIELD GLASS ADHESIVE DAM 
    1. Using a brush or sponge, coat the application area of adhesive dam with Primer G.
      NOTE:
      • Do not apply too much primer.
      • Allow the primer coating to dry for 3 minutes or more.
      • Do not keep any of the opened Primer G for later use.

      HINT:

      If an area other than that specified is coated by accident, wipe off the primer with a clean piece of cloth before it dries.

    2. Install a new adhesive dam onto the windshield glass, as shown in the illustration.
      Fig 4: Identifying Adhesive Dam Onto Windshield Glass
      G05253653Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  5. INSTALL BACK WINDOW GLASS ASSEMBLY 
    1. Position the back window glass assembly.
      1. Using a suction cup, place the back window glass assembly in the correct position.
      2. Check that the whole contact surface of the back window glass rim is perfectly even.
      3. Align the matchmarks on the back window glass and vehicle body.
        NOTE: Check that the back window glass stoppers are attached to the vehicle body correctly.
      4. Remove the back window glass assembly.
        Fig 5: Aligning Matchmarks On Back Window Glass And Vehicle Body
        G05253646Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Using a brush, coat the installation surface on the vehicle body with Primer M.
      NOTE:
      • Do not coat the adhesive with Primer M.
      • Do not apply too much primer.
      • Allow the primer coating to dry for 3 minutes or more.
      • Do not keep any of the opened Primer M for later use.

      HINT:

      If an area other than that specified is coated by accident, wipe off the primer with a clean piece of cloth before it dries.

      Fig 6: Coating Installation Surface On Vehicle Body With Primer M
      G05253655Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Using a brush or sponge, coat the application area of adhesive with Primer G.
      NOTE:
      • Do not apply too much primer.
      • Allow the primer coating to dry for 3 minutes or more.
      • Do not keep any of the opened Primer G for later use.

      HINT:

      If an area other than that specified is coated by accident, wipe off the primer with a clean piece of cloth before it dries.

      Standard dimension 

      AREA DIMENSION

      Area Dimension
      a 9.6 mm (0.378 in.)
      b 15.5 mm (0.610 in.)
      c 10.1 mm (0.397 in.)
      d 10.0 mm (0.393 in.)
      e 6.5 mm (0.255 in.)
      f 10.0 mm (0.393 in.)
      Fig 7: Coating Application Area Of Adhesive With Primer G
      G05253656Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    4. Apply adhesive (Adhesive: TOYOTA genuine windshield glass adhesive or equivalent).
      1. Cut off the tip of the cartridge nozzle, as shown in the illustration.

        HINT:

        After cutting off the tip, use all adhesive within the time described in the table below.

        Usage time frame 

        TACK-FREE TIME CHART

        Temperature Tack-free Time
        3S°C (95°F) 15 minutes
        20°C (68°F) 1 hour and 40 minutes
        5°C (41°F) 8 hours
      2. Load the sealer gun with cartridge.
      3. Apply adhesive to the back window glass, as shown in the illustration.

        Standard dimension 

        AREA DIMENSION

        Area Dimension
        a 9.6 mm (0.378 in.)
        b 10.1 mm (0.397 in.)
        c 6.5 mm (0.255 in.)
        d 12.0 mm (0.472 in.)
        e 8.0 mm (0.315 in.)
        Fig 8: Applying Adhesive To Back Window Glass
        G05253657Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    5. Install the back window glass assembly.
      1. Using a suction cup, position the back window glass so that the matchmarks are aligned, and press it in gently along the rim.
        NOTE:
        • Check that the back window glass stoppers are attached to the vehicle body correctly.
        • Check the clearance between the vehicle body and back window glass.
      2. Lightly press the front surface of the back window glass to ensure a close fit.
        Fig 9: Positioning Back Window Glass Using Suction Cup
        G05253658Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

        HINT:

        Press the glass with force of 98 N (10 kgf, 22 lb) or more.

      3. Hold the back window glass using protective tape until applied adhesive becomes hard.
        NOTE: Do not drive the vehicle for the time described in the table below.

        Minimum time 

        TEMPERATURE CHART

        Temperature Minimum time prior to driving vehicle
        35°C (95°F) 1 hour and 30 minutes
        20°C (68°F) 5 hours
        5°C (41°F) 24 hours
    6. Connect the connectors.
      Fig 10: Locating Connectors
      G05253643Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    7. Connect the connector.
      Fig 11: Locating Connector
      G05253642Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  6. CHECK FOR LEAKS AND REPAIR 
    1. After the adhesive has hardened, apply water from the outside of the vehicle. Check that no water leaks into the cabin.
    2. If water leaks into the cabin, allow the water to dry and add adhesive.
    3. Remove the protective tape.
  7. INSTALL ROOF HEADLINING ASSEMBLY (for Standard) 

    Return the rear section of the roof headlining assembly to the original position (See INSTALLATION ).

  8. INSTALL ROOF HEADLINING ASSEMBLY (for Glass Roof) 

    Return the rear section of the roof headlining assembly to the original position (See INSTALLATION ).

  9. INSTALL ASSIST GRIP SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See INSTALLATION )
  10. INSTALL SPOT LIGHT ASSEMBLY (for Standard)  (See INSTALLATION )
  11. INSTALL SPOT LIGHT ASSEMBLY (for Glass Roof)  (See INSTALLATION )
  12. INSTALL COAT HOOK  (See INSTALLATION )
  13. INSTALL NO. 2 PACKAGE TRAY TRIM PANEL ASSEMBLY (w/ Rear Sunshade)  (See INSTALLATION )
  14. INSTALL CENTER STOP LIGHT SET  (See INSTALLATION )
  15. INSTALL PACKAGE TRAY TRIM PANEL ASSEMBLY (w/o Rear Sunshade)  (See INSTALLATION )
  16. INSTALL PACKAGE TRAY TRIM PANEL ASSEMBLY (w/ Rear Sunshade)  (See INSTALLATION )
  17. INSTALL REAR SEAT SHOULDER BELT HOLE COVER  (See INSTALLATION )
  18. INSTALL REAR SEAT INNER WITH CENTER BELT ASSEMBLY RH  (See INSTALLATION )
  19. INSTALL REAR SEAT 3 POINT TYPE BELT ASSEMBLY LH  (See INSTALLATION )
  20. INSTALL REAR SEAT 3 POINT TYPE BELT ASSEMBLY RH  (See INSTALLATION )
  21. INSTALL ROOF SIDE INNER GARNISH ASSEMBLY LH  (See INSTALLATION )
  22. INSTALL ROOF SIDE INNER GARNISH ASSEMBLY RH  (See INSTALLATION )
  23. INSTALL REAR SEAT SIDE GARNISH LH (w/o Rear Seat Side Airbag)  (See INSTALLATION )
  24. INSTALL REAR SEAT SIDE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY LH (w/ Rear Seat Side Airbag)  (See INSTALLATION )
  25. INSTALL REAR SEAT SIDE GARNISH RH (w/o Rear Seat Side Airbag)  (See INSTALLATION )
  26. INSTALL REAR SEAT SIDE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY RH (w/ Rear Seat Side Airbag)  (See INSTALLATION )
  27. INSTALL REAR DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH  (See INSTALLATION )
  28. INSTALL REAR DOOR SCUFF PLATE RH  (See INSTALLATION )
  29. INSTALL REAR SEATBACK ASSEMBLY  (See INSTALLATION )
  30. INSTALL REAR CENTER SEAT HEADREST ASSEMBLY 
  31. INSTALL REAR SEAT HEADREST ASSEMBLY 
  32. INSTALL REAR SEAT CUSHION ASSEMBLY  (See INSTALLATION )
  33. CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL 
  34. PERFORM INITIALIZATION 
    NOTE: Some systems need initialization after reconnecting the cable to the negative battery terminal (See INITIALIZATION ).
  35. INSPECT SRS WARNING LIGHT 

    (See DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM )