Rear Window Glass Installation

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Install the new weatherstrip to the rear window.

Fig 1: Installing Weatherstrip To Rear Window
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Apply tape to the new weatherstrip and the rear window to hold the weatherstrip in place.
Apply adhesive primer to the rear window frame and the perimeter of the rear window.

Fig 2: Applying Adhesive Primer To Rear Window Frame And Perimeter Of Rear Window
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Apply glass adhesive to the rear window frame.

Fig 3: Applying Glass Adhesive To Rear Window Frame
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Install the rear window into the rear window frame.
Reposition the tape over the weatherstrip, the rear window, and the rear window frame to hold the rear window in place.
Let the adhesive dry for 24 hours.
Remove the tape.
Check for waterleaks by pouring water on the rear window. If a leak is found, dry the window and fill the area that leaks with adhesive. If the leak persists, remove the rear window and repeat the entire procedure.
Connect the rear window defogger electrical connector.
Connect the negative battery cable.

Fig 4: Identifying Rear Window Defogger Electrical Connector
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