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Back Window Glass: Removal

HINT:

When removing the moulding, heat the vehicle body and moulding using a heat light.

Heating temperature 

HEATING TEMPERATURE CHART

Item Temperature
Vehicle Body 40 to 60°C(104 to 14 0°F)
Moulding 20 to 30°C (68 to 86°F)
NOTE: Do not heat the vehicle body and moulding excessively.
  1. REMOVE COWL TOP VENTILATOR LOUVER RH  (See REMOVAL )
  2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL 
    CAUTION: Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner activation.
    NOTE:
    • After the engine switch is turned off, the HDD navigation system requires approximately 6 minutes to record various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the engine switch off, wait 6 minutes or more before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.
    • When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected (see INITIALIZATION ).
  3. REMOVE REAR SEAT ASSEMBLY 
    1. for Power Seat:

      Remove the rear seat (see REMOVAL ).

    2. for Ottoman:

      Remove the rear seat (see REMOVAL ).

    3. for Fixed Seat Type:

      Remove the rear seat (see REMOVAL ).

  4. REMOVE REAR DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH 
    1. for Standard Body:

      Remove the rear door scuff plate (see REMOVAL ).

    2. for Long Body:

      Remove the rear door scuff plate (see REMOVAL ).

  5. REMOVE REAR DOOR SCUFF PLATE RH 
    1. for Standard Body:

      Remove the rear door scuff plate (see REMOVAL ).

    2. for Long Body:

      Remove the rear door scuff plate (see REMOVAL ).

  6. REMOVE REAR SEAT SIDE GARNISH LH  (See REMOVAL )
  7. REMOVE REAR SEAT SIDE GARNISH RH  (See REMOVAL )
  8. REMOVE ROOF SIDE GARNISH INNER LH  (See REMOVAL )
  9. REMOVE ROOF SIDE GARNISH INNER RH  (See REMOVAL )
  10. REMOVE PACKAGE TRAY TRIM PANEL ASSEMBLY 
    1. w/ Rear Sunshade:

      Remove the package tray trim panel assembly (see REMOVAL ).

    2. w/o Rear Sunshade:

      Remove the package tray trim panel assembly (see REMOVAL ).

  11. REMOVE NO. 2 PACKAGE TRAY TRIM PANEL ASSEMBLY (w/ Rear Sunshade)  (See REMOVAL )
  12. REMOVE ROOF CONSOLE BOX ASSEMBLY (w/ Rear Seat Entertainment System)  (See REMOVAL )
  13. REMOVE SPOT LIGHT ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  14. REMOVE REAR VANITY LIGHT ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  15. REMOVE COAT HOOK  (See REMOVAL )
  16. REMOVE ROOF SIDE REGISTER BEZEL LH (w/ Rear Cooler)  (See REMOVAL )
  17. REMOVE ROOF SIDE REGISTER BEZEL RH (w/ Rear Cooler)  (See REMOVAL )
  18. REMOVE ASSIST GRIP SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  19. REMOVE ROOF HEADLINING ASSEMBLY 
    1. for Standard Body:

      HINT:

      It is not necessary to completely remove the roof headlining. Slightly lower the rear section of the roof headlining (see REMOVAL ) so that the back window glass can be removed in a later step.

    2. for Long Body:

      HINT:

      It is not necessary to completely remove the roof headlining. Slightly lower the rear section of the roof headlining (see REMOVAL ) so that the back window glass can be removed in a later step.

  20. REMOVE AMPLIFIER ANTENNA ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  21. REMOVE ROOF DRIP SIDE FINISH MOULDING CENTER LH  (See REMOVAL )
  22. REMOVE ROOF DRIP SIDE FINISH MOULDING CENTER RH 
    1. Use the same procedures described for the LH side.
  23. REMOVE NO. 2 WINDSHIELD OUTSIDE MOULDING CLIP  (See REMOVAL )
  24. REMOVE NO. 1 WINDSHIELD OUTSIDE MOULDING CLIP 
    1. Use the same procedures described for the No. 2 clip.
  25. REMOVE ROOF NO. 2 DRIP SIDE FINISH MOULDING CLIP  (See REMOVAL )
  26. REMOVE NO. 3 WINDSHIELD OUTSIDE MOULDING CLIP  (See REMOVAL )
  27. REMOVE ROOF NO. 1 DRIP SIDE FINISH MOULDING CLIP 
  28. REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT MAT SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  29. REMOVE ROPE HOOK ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  30. REMOVE ROPE HOOK  (See REMOVAL )
  31. REMOVE DECK TRIM SIDE BOARD LH  (See REMOVAL )
  32. REMOVE DECK TRIM SIDE BOARD RH  (See REMOVAL )
  33. REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT NO. 1 LIGHT ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  34. REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT NO. 2 TRIM HOOK (w/o Rear Cooler)  (See REMOVAL )
  35. REMOVE FRONT LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM COVER  (See REMOVAL )
  36. REMOVE REAR FLOOR FINISH PLATE  (See REMOVAL )
  37. REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM COVER ASSEMBLY LH  (See REMOVAL )
  38. REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM COVER ASSEMBLY RH  (See REMOVAL )
  39. REMOVE REAR COMBINATION LIGHT ASSEMBLY LH  (See REMOVAL )
  40. REMOVE REAR COMBINATION LIGHT ASSEMBLY RH 
    1. Use the same procedures described for the RH side.
  41. REMOVE BACK WINDOW MOULDING OUTSIDE LOWER 
    1. Using a screwdriver, detach the 2 claws, 4 fasteners and double-sided tape (3 areas). Slide the moulding toward the vehicle front along the back window glass to detach the clip. Then remove the moulding.
      NOTE:
      • If reusing the moulding, take care not to damage the moulding.
      • Be careful not to damage the vehicle body.
      • Do not lift the moulding or slide it toward vehicle rear when detaching the clip.

      HINT:

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

      Fig 1: Identifying Double-Side Tape
      G04952208Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  42. REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT DOOR HINGE COVER LH 
    1. Using a screwdriver, detach the double-sided tape (2 areas) and 2 clips. Then remove the hinge cover.
      NOTE:
      • If reusing the hinge cover, take care not to damage the hinge cover.
      • Be careful not to damage the vehicle body.

      HINT:

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

      Fig 2: Identifying Double-Sided Tape
      G04952209Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  43. REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT DOOR HINGE COVER RH 
    1. Use the same procedures described for the LH side.
  44. REMOVE NO. 2 CENTER STOP LIGHT COVER  (See REMOVAL )
  45. REMOVE CENTER STOP LIGHT COVER  (See REMOVAL )
  46. REMOVE CENTER STOP LIGHT CLIP  (See REMOVAL )
  47. REMOVE CENTER STOP LIGHT ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  48. REMOVE BACK WINDOW GLASS 
    NOTE: As the stopper, bracket and harness are not supplied individually, be careful not to damage them when installing the back window glass.
    Fig 3: Identifying Stopper, Bracket And Stopper
    G04952210Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    1. Apply protective tape to the outer surface of the vehicle body to prevent scratches.
      NOTE: When separating the back window glass from the vehicle, be careful not to damage the vehicle's paint or interior/exterior ornaments.
      Fig 4: Applying Protective Tape To Outer Surface Of Vehicle Body
      G04952211Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. From the interior, insert a piano wire between the vehicle body and back window glass as shown in the illustration.
      CAUTION:
      • If the stopper is damaged, the back window glass assembly must be replaced. Be careful when performing the procedure.
      • Make sure not to deform the upper brackets.
      • Make sure not to damage the wire harness.
      Fig 5: Inserting Piano Wire Between Vehicle Body And Back Window Glass
      G04952212Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Tie objects that can serve as handles (for example, wooden blocks) to both wire ends.
    4. Place matchmarks over the glass and vehicle body on the locations indicated in the illustration.

      HINT:

      Matchmarks do not need to be placed if the glass is not going to be reused.

      Fig 6: Placing Matchmarks Over Glass And Vehicle Body
      G04952213Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    5. Cut through the adhesive by pulling the piano wire around the back window glass.
      NOTE: Leave as much adhesive on the vehicle body as possible when removing the back window glass.
    6. Using suction cups, remove the back window glass.
      NOTE: If the stopper is damaged, the back window glass assembly must be replaced. Be careful when performing the procedure.
  49. CLEAN BACK WINDOW GLASS 
    1. Clean the outer edge of the back window glass with a non-residue solvent.
      NOTE:
      • Do not touch the back window glass surface after cleaning it.
      • Be careful not to damage the glass.
      • Even if using new back window glass, clean the back window glass with a non-residue solvent.
      Fig 7: Cleaning Back Door Glass
      G04952214Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  50. CLEAN VEHICLE BODY 
    1. Using a scraper, remove the moulding and adhesive from the back window glass.
    2. Clean and shape the contact surface of the vehicle body.
      1. On the contact surface of the vehicle body, use a knife to cut away excess adhesive as shown in the illustration.

        HINT:

        Leave as much adhesive on the vehicle body as possible.

        NOTE: Be careful not to damage the vehicle body.
      2. Clean the contact surface of the vehicle body with cleaner.

        HINT:

        Even if all the adhesive has been removed, clean the vehicle body.

      Fig 8: Identifying Adhesive Area
      G04952186Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
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