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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.
      G12594974Courtesy 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.
      G12594975Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      Standard value

      STANDARD VALUE SPECIFICATION

      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.
      G12594976Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      Standard value

      STANDARD VALUE SPECIFICATION

      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.
        G12594977Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
        CAUTION:
        • Do not damage the body.
        • Always leave a little amount of adhesive.

        Standard value

        STANDARD VALUE SPECIFICATION

        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.
      G12594978Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      Standard value

      STANDARD VALUE SPECIFICATION

      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 SPECIFICATION

      Part Dimension
      a 12.0 mm {0.472in}
      b 8.0 mm [0.315 in]
      G12594979Courtesy 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.
      G12594980Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

      Standard value

      STANDARD VALUE SPECIFICATION

      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.
        G12594981Courtesy 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.
      G12594982Courtesy 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 ASSY LH
    1. Fit in the tab.
    2. Install the retainer & molding ASSY 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 ASSY, 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 ASSY LH
    NOTE: Perform the same procedures as RH side. (Refer to INSTALLATION )
  17. Installation of the separate type rear seat cushion ASSY LH
    NOTE: Perform the same procedures as RH side. (Refer to INSTALLATION )
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