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Back Window Glass: Installation

  1. INSTALL NO. 2 BACK WINDOW GLASS STOPPER (for 2-piece Type) 
    1. Using a brush or sponge, coat the application area of the No 2 back window glass 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 specified is coated by accident, wipe off the primer with a clean piece of cloth before it dries.

    2. Install 2 new No 2 back window glass stoppers onto the back window glass, as shown in the illustration
      Fig 1: Identifying No 2 Back Window Glass Stoppers Onto Back Window Glass
      G05755838Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Standard Dimension 

      STANDARD DIMENSION

      Area Dimension
      A 40.0 mm (1.575 in.)
      B 17.0 mm (0.669 in.)

      HINT:

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

  2. INSTALL NO. 1 BACK WINDOW GLASS STOPPER (for 2-piece Type) 
    1. Install 2 new No. 1 back window glass stoppers to the vehicle body as shown in the illustration.

      HINT:

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

      Fig 2: Identifying No. 1 Back Window Glass Stoppers To Vehicle Body
      G05755835Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  3. INSTALL BACK WINDOW GLASS DAM 
    1. Using a brush or sponge, coat the application area of back window glass dam with Primer G.
      NOTE:
      • Allow the primer coating to dry for 3 minutes or more.
      • Do not apply too much primer.
    2. Install a new dam, applying double-sided tape all the way around the glass except where the dam is installed, as shown in the illustration.
      Fig 3: Identifying Dam Line
      G05755840Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Standard Dimension 

      STANDARD DIMENSION

      Area Dimension
      a 1.5 mm (0.0591 in.)
      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 specified is coated by accident, wipe off the primer with a clean piece of cloth before it dries

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

      HINT:

      If an area other than 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.
      NOTE: Align the joint of the new molding with the ceramic notch.
      Fig 4: Identifying Molding On Back Window Glass
      G05755841Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  5. INSTALL BACK WINDOW GLASS 
    1. Position the back window glass assembly.
      1. Using suction cups 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.
        Fig 5: Identifying Matchmarks On Back Window Glass And Vehicle Body
        G05755832Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      4. Remove the back window glass assembly.
    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.
      Fig 6: Coating Installation Surface On Vehicle Body With Primer M
      G05755843Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      HINT:

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

    3. Using a brush or sponge, coat the adhesive application area with Primer G
      Fig 7: Identifying Adhesive Application Area With Primer G
      G05755844Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      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 specified is coated by accident, wipe off the primer with a clean piece of cloth before it dries.

    4. Apply adhesive to the glass

      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 

        USAGE TIME FRAME

        Temperature Tack-free Time
        35°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 the cartridge.
      3. Apply adhesive to the back window glass as shown in the illustration
        Fig 8: Applying Adhesive To Back Window Glass
        G05755845Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

        Standard Dimension 

        STANDARD DIMENSION

        Area Dimension
        a 12.0 mm (0.472 in.)
        b 8.0 mm (0.315 in.)
        c 9 0 mm (0.354 in.)
        d 9.0 mm (0.354 in.)
        e 14.0 mm (0.551 in.)
    5. Install the back window glass assembly.
      1. Using 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.
          Fig 9: Installing Back Window Glass Assembly
          G05755846Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      2. Lightly press the front surface of the back window glass to ensure a close fit

        HINT:

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

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

        Minimum Time 

        MINIMUM TIME

        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 2 back window defogger connectors.
    Fig 10: Locating Back Window Defogger Connectors
    G05755829Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  6. INSPECT 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 AMPLIFIER ANTENNA ASSEMBLY  (See INSTALLATION )
  8. INSTALL ROOF HEADLINING ASSEMBLY (w/ Sliding Roof)  (See INSTALLATION )
  9. INSTALL ROOF HEADLINING ASSEMBLY (w/o Sliding Roof)  (See INSTALLATION )
  10. INSTALL ASSIST GRIP SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See INSTALLATION )
  11. INSTALL COAT HOOK  (See INSTALLATION )
  12. INSTALL SPOT LIGHT ASSEMBLY  (See INSTALLATION )
  13. INSTALL PACKAGE TRAY TRIM PANEL ASSEMBLY  (See INSTALLATION )
  14. INSTALL CENTER STOP LIGHT SET  (See INSTALLATION )
  15. INSTALL ROOF SIDE INNER GARNISH LH  (See INSTALLATION )
  16. INSTALL ROOF SIDE INNER GARNISH RH 

    HINT.

    Use the same procedure for the RH side and the LH side.

  17. INSTALL REAR SEAT SIDE GARNISH LH  (See INSTALLATION )
  18. INSTALL REAR SEAT SIDE GARNISH RH 

    HINT.

    Use the same procedure for the RH side and the LH side.

  19. INSTALL REAR DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH  (See INSTALLATION )
  20. INSTALL REAR DOOR SCUFF PLATE RH 

    HINT:

    Use the same procedure for the RH side and the LH side.

  21. INSTALL REAR SEATBACK ASSEMBLY  (See INSTALLATION )
  22. INSTALL REAR SEAT CUSHION ASSEMBLY  (See INSTALLATION )
  23. INSTALL REAR SEAT HEADREST ASSEMBLY LH 
  24. INSTALL REAR SEAT HEADREST ASSEMBLY RH