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Back Window Glass: Installation

  1. INSTALL BACK WINDOW GLASS DAM 
    1. Apply Primer G to the installation part of the window glass dam.
      NOTE:
      • Allow the primer to dry for 3 minutes or more.
      • Throw away any leftover primer.
      • Do not apply too much primer.
    2. Remove the peeling paper from the adhesive part of the dam. Install the dam (adhesive side) to the glass (Primer G area).
      Fig 1: Identifying Dam Center Line & Ceramic Notch (1 Of 2)
      G04952216Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      Fig 2: Identifying Dam Center Line & Ceramic Notch (2 Of 2)
      G04952217Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Standard measurement 

      AREA SPECIFICATION TABLE

      Area Specified Condition
      a 1.0 mm (0.0393 in.) or less
      b 159.0 mm (6.25 in.)
      c 146.0 mm (5.74 in.)
      d 192.0 mm (7.55 in.)
      e 9.5 mm (0.377 in.)
      f 7.5 mm (0.295 in.)
      g (Reference) 8.0 mm (0.315 in.)
  2. INSTALL BACK WINDOW GLASS 
    1. Using a brush or sponge, apply Primer M to the exposed part of the vehicle body.
      NOTE:
      • Allow the primer to dry for 3 minutes or more.
      • Do not apply primer to the adhesive.
      • Throw away any leftover primer.
      • Do not apply too much primer.
      Fig 3: Applying Primer M To Exposed Part Of Vehicle Body Using Brush Or Sponge
      G04952218Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Using a brush or sponge, apply Primer G to the contact surface of the back window glass.
      Fig 4: Applying Primer G To Contact Surface Of Back Window Glass Using Brush Or Sponge
      G04952219Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Standard measurement 

      AREA SPECIFICATION TABLE

      Area Specified Condition
      a 19.0 mm (0.748 in.)

      HINT:

      If primer is applied to an area that is not specified, wipe off the primer with a non-residue solvent before it dries.

      NOTE:
      • Allow the primer to dry for 3 minutes or more.
      • Throw away any leftover primer.
      • Do not apply too much primer.
    3. Apply adhesive to the back window glass.

      Adhesive: 

      Toyota Genuine Windshield Glass Adhesive or equivalent 

      1. Cut off the tip of the cartridge nozzle as shown below.

        HINT:

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

        Usage time frame 

        TEMPERATURE TABLE

        Temperature Usage Time Frame
        35°C (95°F) 15 minutes
        20°C (68°F) 1 hour 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 below.

        Standard measurement 

        AREA SPECIFICATION TABLE

        Area Specified Condition
        a 12.0 mm (0.472 in.)
        b 8.0 mm (0.315 in.)
        c 12.1 mm (0.480 in.)
        d 3.0 mm (0.119 in.)
        e 14.0 mm (0.555 in.)
        Fig 5: Identifying Adhesive Center Line
        G04952220Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    4. Install the back window glass to the vehicle body.
      1. Hold the back window glass securely in place with tape or equivalent until the adhesive has hardened.
        NOTE:
        • Allow the primer coating to dry for 3 minutes or more.
        • Check that the clips are attached to the vehicle body correctly.
        • Check the clearance between the vehicle body and glass.
      2. Lightly press the front surface of the back window glass to ensure that the back window glass is securely fit to the vehicle body.
      3. Using a scraper, remove any excess or protruding adhesive.

        HINT:

        Apply adhesive onto the glass rim.

        NOTE: Do not drive the vehicle within the time written in the table below.
        Fig 6: Identifying Excess Or Protruding Adhesive
        G04952221Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

        Minimum time 

        TEMPERATURE TABLE

        Temperature Minimum time prior to driving vehicle
        35°C (95°F) 1 hour 30 minutes
        20°C (68°F) 5 hours
        5°C (41°F) 24 hours
      4. Install the defogger wire with the nut and 2 clamps.
      5. Connect the 2 connectors.
  3. CHECK FOR LEAKS AND REPAIR 
    1. Conduct a leak test after the adhesive has completely hardened.
    2. Seal any leaks with auto glass sealer.
  4. INSTALL CENTER STOP LIGHT ASSEMBLY  (See INSTALLATION )
  5. INSTALL CENTER STOP LIGHT CLIP  (See INSTALLATION )
  6. INSTALL CENTER STOP LIGHT COVER  (See INSTALLATION )
  7. INSTALL NO. 2 CENTER STOP LIGHT COVER  (See INSTALLATION )
  8. INSTALL LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT DOOR HINGE COVER LH 
    1. Clean the vehicle body surface.
      1. Using a heat light, heat the vehicle body surface.
      2. Remove the double-sided tape from the vehicle body.
      3. Wipe off any tape adhesive residue with cleaner.
    2. If reusing the molding:

      Clean the molding.

      1. Using a heat light, heat the molding.
      2. Remove the double-sided tape from the molding.
      3. Wipe off any tape adhesive residue with cleaner.
      4. Apply new double-sided tape to the molding as shown below.
    3. Install the molding.
      1. Using a heat light, heat the vehicle body and molding.
      2. Remove the peeling paper from the face of the molding.

        HINT:

        After removing the peeling paper, keep the exposed adhesive free from foreign matter.

        Fig 7: Identifying Double-Sided Tape Area
        G04952222Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    4. Attach the 2 clips to install the molding.
  9. INSTALL LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT DOOR HINGE COVER RH 
    1. Use the same procedures described for the LH side.
  10. INSTALL BACK WINDOW MOLDING OUTSIDE LOWER 
    1. Clean the vehicle body surface.
      1. Using a heat light, heat the vehicle body surface.
      2. Remove the double-sided tape from the vehicle body.
      3. Wipe off any tape adhesive residue with cleaner.
        Fig 8: Identifying Double-Sided Tape & Clips
        G04952209Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. If reusing the molding: Clean the molding.
      1. Using a heat light, heat the molding.
      2. Remove the double-sided tape from the molding.
      3. Wipe off any tape adhesive residue with cleaner.
      4. Apply new double-sided tape to the molding as shown below.
        Fig 9: Identifying Double-Sided Tape Applying Area
        G04952224Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Install the molding.
      1. Using a heat light, heat the molding.
      2. Remove the peeling paper from the face of the molding.

        HINT:

        After removing the peeling paper, keep the exposed adhesive free from foreign matter.

    4. Attach the clip on the center of the molding. Use the back window glass bottom edge's stoppers (left and right position setting stoppers) to determine the molding's front to rear position. Then attach the 2 claws and 4 fasteners to install the molding.

      HINT:

      As the glass bottom edge's stoppers are only for determining the molding's position, they do not attach to the molding.

      Fig 10: Identifying Double-Sided Tape, Claw & Setting Stopper With Clip
      G04952208Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  11. INSTALL REAR COMBINATION LIGHT ASSEMBLY LH  (See INSTALLATION )
  12. INSTALL REAR COMBINATION LIGHT ASSEMBLY RH 
    1. Use the same procedures described for the LH side.
  13. INSTALL LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM COVER ASSEMBLY LH  (See INSTALLATION )
  14. INSTALL LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM COVER ASSEMBLY RH  (See INSTALLATION )
  15. INSTALL REAR FLOOR FINISH PLATE  (See INSTALLATION )
  16. INSTALL FRONT LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM COVER  (See INSTALLATION )
  17. INSTALL LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT NO. 2 TRIM HOOK (w/o Rear Cooler)  (See INSTALLATION )
  18. INSTALL LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT NO. 1 LIGHT ASSEMBLY  (See INSTALLATION )
  19. INSTALL DECK TRIM SIDE BOARD LH  (See INSTALLATION )
  20. INSTALL DECK TRIM SIDE BOARD RH  (See INSTALLATION )
  21. INSTALL ROPE HOOK ASSEMBLY  (See INSTALLATION )
  22. INSTALL ROPE HOOK  (See INSTALLATION )
  23. INSTALL LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT MAT SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See INSTALLATION )
  24. INSTALL ROOF NO. 1 DRIP SIDE FINISH MOLDING CLIP  (See INSTALLATION )
  25. INSTALL NO. 3 WINDSHIELD OUTSIDE MOLDING CLIP  (See INSTALLATION )
  26. INSTALL ROOF NO. 2 DRIP SIDE FINISH MOLDING CLIP  (See INSTALLATION )
  27. INSTALL NO. 2 WINDSHIELD OUTSIDE MOLDING CLIP  (See INSTALLATION )
  28. INSTALL NO. 1 WINDSHIELD OUTSIDE MOLDING CLIP 
    1. Use the same procedures described for the No. 2 clip.
  29. INSTALL ROOF DRIP SIDE FINISH MOLDING CENTER LH  (See INSTALLATION )
  30. INSTALL ROOF DRIP SIDE FINISH MOLDING CENTER RH 
    1. Use the same procedures described for the LH side.
  31. INSTALL AMPLIFIER ANTENNA ASSEMBLY  (See INSTALLATION )
  32. INSTALL ROOF HEADLINING ASSEMBLY 
    1. Return the roof headlining to its original position. For Standard Body, refer to the following procedures (see INSTALLATION ).

      For Long Body, refer to the following procedures (see INSTALLATION ).

  33. INSTALL ASSIST GRIP SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See INSTALLATION )
  34. INSTALL ROOF SIDE REGISTER BEZEL LH (w/ Rear Cooler)  (See INSTALLATION )
  35. INSTALL ROOF SIDE REGISTER BEZEL RH (w/ Rear Cooler)  (See INSTALLATION )
  36. INSTALL COAT HOOK  (See INSTALLATION )
  37. INSTALL REAR VANITY LIGHT ASSEMBLY  (See INSTALLATION )
  38. INSTALL SPOT LIGHT ASSEMBLY  (See INSTALLATION )
  39. INSTALL ROOF CONSOLE BOX ASSEMBLY (w/ Rear Seat Entertainment System)  (See INSTALLATION )
  40. INSTALL NO. 2 PACKAGE TRAY TRIM PANEL ASSEMBLY (w/ Rear Sunshade)  (See INSTALLATION )
  41. INSTALL PACKAGE TRAY TRIM PANEL ASSEMBLY 
    1. w/ Rear Sunshade:

      Install the package tray trim panel assembly (see INSTALLATION ).

    2. w/o Rear Sunshade:

      Install the package tray trim panel assembly (see INSTALLATION ).

  42. INSTALL ROOF SIDE GARNISH INNER LH  (See INSTALLATION )
  43. INSTALL ROOF SIDE GARNISH INNER RH  (See INSTALLATION )
  44. INSTALL REAR SEAT SIDE GARNISH LH  (See INSTALLATION )
  45. INSTALL REAR SEAT SIDE GARNISH RH  (See INSTALLATION )
  46. INSTALL REAR DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH 
    1. for Standard Body:

      Install the rear door scuff plate (see INSTALLATION ).

    2. for Long Body:

      Install the rear door scuff plate (see INSTALLATION ).

  47. INSTALL REAR DOOR SCUFF PLATE RH 
    1. for Standard Body:

      Install the rear door scuff plate (see INSTALLATION ).

    2. for Long Body:

      Install the rear door scuff plate (see INSTALLATION ).

  48. INSTALL REAR SEAT ASSEMBLY 
    1. for Power Seat:

      Install the rear seat (see INSTALLATION ).

    2. for Ottoman:

      Install the rear seat (see INSTALLATION ).

    3. for Fixed Seat Type:

      Install the rear seat (see INSTALLATION ).

  49. CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL 
    NOTE: When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected (see INITIALIZATION ).
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