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1. Windshield glass
2. Fastener No. 1
3. Windshield molding4. Stopper
5. Fastener No. 2
9-6 BODY SERVICE
WINDSHIELD
The front windshield is installed by using a special type of adhesive (that is, one component urethane adhesive
used with primer). For the Windshield replacement, it is important to use an adhesive which provides sufficient
adhesion strength and the follow the proper procedure.
CAUTION:
Described in this section is the glass replacement by using 3 types of primers and 1 type of adhesive
made by YOKOHAMA (one component urethane adhesive to be used with primer in combination).
When using primer and adhesive made by other manufacturers, be sure to refer to handling instruc-
tions supplied with them. Negligence in following such procedure or misuse of the adhesive in any
way hinders its inherent adhesive property. Therefore, before the work, make sure to read carefully
the instruction and description given by the maker of the adhesive to be used and be sure to follow
the procedure and observe each precaution throughout the work.
Should coated surface be scratched or otherwise damaged, be sure to repair damaged part, or corro-
sion may start from there.
Use an adhesive of above mentioned type which has following property.
Shearing strength: 40 kg / cm
2 (569 lb / in2) or more
Adhesive materials and tools required for removal and installation.
One component urethane adhesive and primers used in combination (for one sheet of windshield).
Adhesive (470 g (15.7 oz.))
Primer for glass (30 g (1.0 oz.))
Primer for body (30 g (1.0 oz.))
Primer for molding (30 g (1.0 oz.))
Eyeleteer
Piano string
Windshield knife
Brush for primer application (2 pcs.)
Knife
Rubber sucker grip
Sealant gun (for filling adhesive)
Putty spatula (for correcting adhered parts)
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1. Eyeleteer
1. Piano string
2. Windshield
3. Windshield knife
BODY SERVICE 9-7
REMOVAL
1) Clean both inside and outside of glass and around it.
2) Remove wiper arms and garnish.
3) Using tape, cover body surface around glass to prevent any
damage.
4) Remove rear view mirror, sunvisor, and front pillar trims (right
& left).
5) If necessary, remove instrument panel. Refer to ªINSTRU-
MENT PANELº in this section.
6) If necessary, remove head lining. Refer to ªHEAD LININGº in
this section.
7) If necessary, remove roof trim. Refer to ªROOF TRIMº in this
section.
8) Remove (or cut) windshield molding all around until windshield
edge comes out.
9) Drill hole with eyeletter through adhesive and let piano string
through it.
10) Cut adhesive all around windshield with piano string.
When using tool to cut adhesive, be careful not to cause dam-
age to windshield. Use wire to cut adhesive along lower part of
windshield.
NOTE:
Use piano string as close to glass as possible so as to pre-
vent damage to body and instrument panel.
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BODY SERVICE 9-11
11) Check for water leakage by pouring water over windshield
through hose. If leakage is found, dry windshield and fill leaky
point with adhesive. If water still leaks even after that, remove
glass and start installation procedure all over again.
CAUTION:
Upon completion of installation, note the following.
Do not use high pressure water.
Do not blow compressed air directly at adhesive ap-
plied part when drying.
Do not use infrared lamp or like for drying.
Sudden closing of door before adhesive is completely
set may cause glass to become loose or to come off.
Therefore, if door is opened or closed before adhesive
is completely set, make sure to open all door glasses
and use proper care.
If molding is not securely in place, hold it down with
a tape until adhesive is completely set.
Each adhesive has its own setting time.
Be sure to refer to its maker's instruction, check set-
ting time of adhesive to be used and observe precau-
tions to be taken before adhesive is set.
Refrain from driving till adhesive is completely set so
as to ensure proper and sufficient adhesion.
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1. Glass
2. Screw
1. Glass run
2. Center sash
3. Partition glass
1. Screw
2. Partition glass
3. Center sash
1. Door outer
weatherstrip
2. Screw
1. Door sealing
cover
2. Adhesive
1
BODY SERVICE 9-13
5) Remove outer weatherstrip.
CAUTION:
Using a tape-wrapped putty knife (or tape-wrapped
screwdriver), pry off weatherstrip. Use of an unwrapped
tool will cause damage to painting.
6) Remove glass fitting screws. Then down door glass.
7) Detach rear part of glass run from center sash.
8) Remove door center sash (by removing two screws with door
glass lowered all the way down).
9) When remove partition glass, slide to front to remove it.
10) Take out glass.
INSTALLATION
Reverse removal sequence to install door glass.
However, be careful of following points.
Securely seal door sealing cover with adhesive.
When weatherstrip is hardened, water leak may develop. In such
case, replace it with new one.
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9-14 BODY SERVICE
1. Door window
regulator attaching
nuts
2. Hole
1. Window regulator lubrication points
1. Door sealing
cover
2. Adhesive
REAR DOOR WINDOW REGULATOR
REMOVAL
1) Remove door glass, refer to steps 1) to 10) of REAR DOOR
GLASS REMOVAL in this section.
2) Disconnect power window motor lead wire at coupler and clamp.
3) Remove door window regulator attaching nuts (6 pcs.), and take
out regulator through hole as shown in left figure.
INSPECTION
1) Check regulator sliding and rotating parts for greasing.
2) Check rollers for wear and damage.
3) Check wire for damage.
INSTALLATION
Reverse removal sequence to install door window regulator noting
following points.
Tighten regulator base nuts according to the order (a, b, c) shown
in figure.
Adjust door window regulator according to following procedure.
a. Loosen three nuts, two screws and two bolts.
b. Raise window fully.
c. Tighten three regulator rail nuts according to the order (d, e,
f) shown in figure and two center sash bolts A.
d. Lower window.
e. Tighten two screws B to specified torque. Tighten front screw
first, then rear.
Tightening Torque for glass attaching screws
2.5 N
.m (0.25 kg-m, 1.8 lb-ft)
f. Check that the glass moves up and down smoothly and that
the top part of the glass contacts the glass run evenly.
Securely seal door sealing cover with adhesive.
Install door window regulator handle (if equipped) so that it has
an angle as shown when glass is fully closed.
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BODY SERVICE 9-15
1. Fastener
2. Glass
3. Molding
4. Adhesive
5. Primer
QUARTER WINDOW
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Refer to ªWINDSHIELDº section as removal and installation proce-
dures and cautions are basically the same. However, note the fol-
lowing.
NOTE:
Before applying primer to glass edge, install molding ac-
cording to installing position shown in figure.
Observe following precautions when applying adhesive
along glass edge.
±Adhesive should be applied evenly especially in height.
±Be careful not to damage primer.
±Press glass against body quickly after adhesive is applied.
Height ªbº : 12 mm (0.47 in.)
Width ªdº : 16 mm (0.63 in.)
ªcº : 8 mm (0.31 in.)
Clearance ªeº : 1 mm (0.04 in.)
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9-16 BODY SERVICE
1. Molding
2. Glass
3. Fastener
1. Molding
2. Glass
3. Primer
4. Adhesive
5. Fastener
1. Door sealing cover
BACK DOOR GLASS
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Refer to ªWINDSHIELDº section as removal and installation proce-
dures and cautions are basically the same. However, note the fol-
lowing.
NOTE:
Before applying primer to glass edge, install molding ac-
cording to installing position shown in figure.
Observe following precautions when applying adhesive
along glass edge.
±Adhesive should be applied evenly especially in height.
±Be careful not to damage primer.
±Press glass against body quickly after adhesive is applied.
Height ªbº : 15 mm (0.59 in.)
Width ªcº : 8 mm (0.31 in.)
Width ªdº : 16 mm (0.63 in.)
Clearance ªeº : 1 mm (0.04 in.)
When replacing back door, coat replacement door inside
with wax for proper anticorrosive treatment. Refer to ªUN-
DER COATING / ANTI-CORROSION COMPOUND APPLICA-
TION AREAº in this section.
Apply sealing compound to peripheral of door hem area and
reinstall door sealing cover.
When weatherstrip is hardened and water leaks have devel-
oped, replace it.
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BODY SERVICE 9-17
1. Stopper pin
1. Rags
2. Wooden piece
1. Upper hinge
mounting bolts
2. Lower hinge
mounting bolt
3. Door
4. Body
1. Front door hinge
2. Upper hinge nut (rear door)
3. Rear door hinge
BODY STRUCTURE
FRONT DOOR ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL
1) Remove front fender. Refer to ªFRONT FENDERº in this section.
2) Disconnect door harness lead wires at each coupler.
3) Remove stopper pin.
4) Support door panel using a jack with a piece of wood placed be-
tween jack and panel, as shown.
5) Remove door assembly by loosening hinge mounting bolts.
INSTALLATION
Reverse removal procedure to install door assembly, noting follow-
ing point.
NOTE:
When replacing door, coat replacement door inside with wax
for proper anticorrosion treatment.
Refer to ªUNDERCOATING / ANTI-CORROSION COMPOUND
APPLICATION AREAº in this section.
Tighten door hinge bolts (and nut) to specified torque.
Tightening torque
(a): 27 N
.m (2.7 kg-m, 19.5 lb-ft)
(b): 23 N
.m (2.3 kg-m, 17.0 lb-ft)
Adjust door latch striker position by referring to ªFRONT DOOR
LOCK INSTALLATIONº section so that door is positioned correctly.
Adjust front door cushion so that door contacts body when closed.
After installation, open and close the door to check looseness.
Replace door open stopper pin when there is looseness.
When weatherstrip is hardened, water leak may develop.
In such case, replace it with new one.