Rear Door Glass: Removal

Remove the rear door trim. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Door Trim. >
Remove the sealing cover. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Rear Sealing Cover. >
Apply the protective tape (1) to the areas as shown in the figure.

Fig 1: Applying Protective Tape
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Operate the power window switch to move the glass to the position shown in the figure, and then remove the two bolts through service holes.

Fig 2: Removing Through Service Holes Bolts
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Remove the sash retaining bolts (A), and loosen the retaining nuts (B).

Fig 3: Identifying Sash Retaining Bolts And Retaining Nuts
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Move the sash (C) upward, and move the nut (B) to the position on rear door as shown in the figure.

Fig 4: Moving Sash Upward, And Nut To Position On Rear Door
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Detach the rear part of door glass from sash (1), and move it backward (2). Tilt the door glass inward, and move it upward to remove (3).

Fig 5: Removing Door Glass
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CAUTION:
- Since the gear may be disengaged, do not turn regulator in the closing direction after removing glass.
- Avoid impact and damage to the glass.
Remove the glass run rubber.
Remove the door sash.