Installation Procedure
- Install the midgate window into the midgate though top of the midgate assembly.
Ensure the window is engaged into the window run channels.
- Lower the window (2) onto the window regulator assembly clamps.
- Install the bolts (1) retaining the midgate window to the window regulator clamps until they are finger tight.
- Connect the electrical connector (3) to the defroster grid contact terminal.
- Install the midgate window outer sealing strip. Refer to Midgate Window Outer Sealing Strip Replacement .
- Remove the pins (2) from the midgate hinges (1) supporting the midgate.
- Close the midgate.
- Operate the midgate window until the window is fully closed and engaged in the midgate weatherstrip.
- Carefully lower the window in order to access the window clamp bolts.
- Complete tightening of the bolts retaining the midgate window to the window regulator.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 5 N.m (44 lb in).
- Inspect the operation of the midgate window.
- Install the midgate hinge finish covers. Refer to Midgate Hinge Finish Cover Replacement .
- Install the midgate inner panel (1). Refer to Midgate Inner Panel Replacement .
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
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