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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: View Of Window
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  1. Install the window, through the top of the door, to the regulator that is in the full up position.
  2. Fig 2: View Of Door Window
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  3. Note the imprinted reference mark on the glass. Position the mark to the trailing edge of the rearmost clamp on the window regulator.
  4. Loosely tighten the window clamp fasteners to allow for adjustment of the window.
  5. Fig 3: Applying Tape To Outer Window Glass Leading & Top Edges
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  6. Apply masking tape to the leading (1), and top edges (2) of the outer window glass.
  7. Place a mark on the leading edge tape (1) 8 mm (0.3 in) from the top of the glass.
  8. Place a mark on the top tape edges (2), 10 mm (0.4 in) from the top of the glass.
  9. Adjust the window using one of the following methods:
    • Put a socket on the clamp bolt and use the socket to move the window.
      1. Adjust the window forward or rearward first.
      2. Adjust the front height second.
      3. Adjust the rear height last.
    • Sit in the vehicle with the door closed and with the aid of an assistant standing outside of the vehicle, position the window in the door opening.
      1. Adjust the window forward or rearward first.
      2. Adjust the front height second.
      3. Adjust the rear height last.
  10. Slide the window in the window clamps as necessary.
    • The window should penetrate the leading seal (1) 8 mm (0.3 in).
    • The window should penetrate the top seal at (2) and (3) 10 mm (0.4 in).
  11. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  12. Tighten the window regulator clamp bolts and tighten to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
  13. Carefully open the door and guide the window past the seals.
  14. Fig 4: Identifying Mastic Seals & Window Clamp Access Holes
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  15. Install new mastic sealer (1) to the window clamp access holes.
  16. Install the door trim panel. Refer to Door Trim Panel Replacement .
  17. Lower the door glass and perform door module reprogramming after closing the door. Refer to: Door Window Adjustment 
  18. To perform minor height and minor tip-in adjustments. Refer to Door Window Tip-In Adjustment  and Door Window Minor Height Adjustment .