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Quarter Window: Installation

NOTE: The following procedure is for LH side. Perform the same procedures both for the LH side and RH side, unless otherwise specified.
  1. Cleaning of quarter window glass
    1. When the quarter window glass is reused.
      1. Using a scraper or similar tool, remove the adhesive remaining on the quarter window glass.
        CAUTION: Do not damage the quarter window glass.
    2. Using the appropriate cleaner, clean the rim of the quarter window glass.
      CAUTION: New quarter window glass also needs to be cleaned.
      Fig 1: Cleaning Of Quarter Window Glass
      G10217496Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Application of double-sided tape
    1. Prepare a piece of double-sided tape (10 mm {0.394 in}x10 mm {0.394in}).

      Double-sided tape: 3M GT7110

    2. Apply the double-sided tape onto the quarter window glass, where indicated in the figure.
      Fig 2: Locating Double-Sided Tape Application Area On Quarter Window Glass
      G10217497Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      Standard value

      STANDARD VALUE

      a 8.9mm {0.350in}
      b 8.8mm {0.346in}
      c 9.2mm {0.362in}
      d 7.8mm {0.307in}
  3. Installation of quarter window glass adhesive dam
    1. Using the appropriate cleaner, clean the installation surface of the quarter window glass adhesive dam.
    2. Install the new quarter window glass adhesive dam in the position on the back of the quarter window glass that is indicated in the figure.
      Fig 3: Quarter Window Glass Adhesive Dam Dimensions
      G10217498Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      Standard value

      STANDARD VALUE

      Part Dimension
      a 13.0 mm {0.512in}
      b 72.5 mm {2.854in}
      c 13.0 mm {0.512in}
      d 62.3 mm {2.453in}
      e 23.4 mm {0.921in}
      f 123.8 mm {4.874in}
  4. Installation of quarter window glass
    1. Cleaning of mounting surface of the body
      1. Remove the adhesive layer on the body using cutter knife or similar tool to obtain smooth surface of 2 mm {0.08 in} thick.
      CAUTION:
      • Do not damage the body.
      • Always leave a little amount of adhesive.
      Fig 4: Cleaning Mounting Surface Of Body
      G10217499Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      Standard value

      STANDARD VALUE

      Part Dimension
      a 2.0 mm {0.079in}
    2. Using the appropriate cleaner, clean the installation surface of the body.
    3. Preparation works prior to quarter window glass installation
      1. Attach the suction rubber onto the quarter window glass.
      2. Apply primer on the body surface.

        Primer: The Dow Automotive U-413 or equivalent

        CAUTION: Do not apply the primer thickly.
    4. Apply primer onto the quarter window glass where indicated in the figure.

      Primer: The Dow Automotive U-401, U-402 or equivalent

      CAUTION: Do not apply the primer thickly.
      Fig 5: Quarter Window Glass Primer Application Area
      G10217500Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      Standard value

      STANDARD VALUE

      Part Dimension
      a 8.0 mm {0.315in}
      b 22.3 mm {0.878in}
      c 10.1 mm {0.398in}
      d 13.9 mm {0.547in}
    5. Cut the tip of the adhesive nozzle, as shown in the figure.

      Standard value

      STANDARD VALUE

      Part Dimension
      a 12.0 mm {0.472in}
      b 8.0 mm [0.315 in]
      Fig 6: Cutting Tip Of Adhesive Nozzle
      G10217501Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    6. Set the adhesive into the sealant gun.

      Adhesive: The Dow Automotive ESSEX U-400HV or equivalent

    7. Apply a bead of adhesive to the installation part of the quarter window glass as shown in below.
      Fig 7: Locating Adhesive Bead Application Area On Quarter Window Glass
      G10217502Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      Standard value

      STANDARD VALUE

      Part Dimension
      a 8.0 mm {0.315in}
      b 12.0 mm {0.472in}
      c 5.6 mm {0.220in}
      d 26.3 mm {1.035in}
      e 50.0 mm {1.969in}
      CAUTION: Apply adhesive after the primer dried (approx. after 10 minutes).
    8. Installation of quarter window glass (when the quarter window glass is reused.)
      1. Holding the suction rubbers, align the alignment marks and install the quarter window glass.
        CAUTION: After body side primer is dried (approx. 10 minutes), attach the quarter window glass.
        Fig 8: Locating Alignment Marks On Quarter Window Glass
        G10217503Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      2. Lightly press the front side of the quarter window glass to fit tightly.
        NOTE: Pressing force: 98 N {10 kgf} {22.0 lbf} or more
    9. Installation of quarter window glass (when new quarter window glass is used.)
      1. Holding the suction rubbers, engage the 3 clips and install the quarter window glass.
        CAUTION: After body side primer is dried (approx. 10 minutes), attach the quarter window glass.
      2. Lightly press the front side of the quarter window glass to fit tightly.
        NOTE: Pressing force: 98 N {10 kgf} {22.0 lbf} or more
    10. Using a spatula, remove or add adhesive if any excess and/or shortage is found.
      Fig 9: Removing Adhesive
      G10217504Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    11. Remove excess adhesive before cure.
    12. Using protection tapes or similar tapes, hold the quarter window glass until the adhesive cures completely.
      NOTE: For minimum drying time or waiting time after the cure of adhesive, consult the instruction or manual of each adhesive supplier.
  5. Leak test and repair test
    1. After the adhesive cure, pour water over the vehicle and make sure no water leak inside.
    2. If any water leak is found, fill the three cement black after the drying.
    3. Remove the applied protective tape and packing tape.
  6. Installation of the retainer & molding assembly LH
    1. Fit in the tab.
    2. Install the retainer & molding assembly with the 7 screws.
  7. Installation of the weather strip roof side LH
    1. Using the appropriate cleaner, clean the installation surface of the body.
    2. Engage the 5 clips, insert the upper part of the weather strip roof side in the groove of the retainer & molding assembly, and affix it with double-sided tape.
  8. Installation of center pillar garnish LH
    NOTE: Perform the same procedures as RH side. (Refer to INSTALLATION )
  9. Installation of quarter rear trim garnish FR LH
    NOTE: Perform the same procedures as RH side. (Refer to INSTALLATION )
  10. Installation of rear window side garnish LH
    NOTE: Perform the same procedures as RH side. (Refer to INSTALLATION )
  11. Installation of quarter trim lid LH
    NOTE: Perform the same procedures as RH side. (Refer to INSTALLATION )
  12. Installation of quarter lower trim LH
    NOTE: Perform the same procedures as RH side. (Refer to INSTALLATION )
  13. Installation of the trunk trim cover INN LH
    NOTE: Perform the same procedures as RH side. (Refer to INSTALLATION )
  14. Connection of front door opening trim weather strip LH
    NOTE: Perform the same procedures as RH side. (Refer to INSTALLATION )
  15. Installation of front door scuff plate LH
    NOTE: Perform the same procedures as RH side. (Refer to INSTALLATION )
  16. Connection of front seat outer belt assembly LH
    NOTE: Perform the same procedures as RH side. (Refer to REAR SEAT INNER BELT ASSEMBLY )
  17. Installation of the separate type rear seat cushion assembly LH
    NOTE: Perform the same procedures as RH side. (Refer to SEAT HEATER SWITCH )
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