CLEAN FRONT SIDE FIX WINDOW ASSEMBLY
Clean the outer edges of the front side fix window assembly with a non-residue solvent.
Note
Do not touch the glass surface after cleaning it.
Be careful not to damage the glass or clips.
INSTALL FRONT SIDE FIX WINDOW ASSEMBLY
Using a brush or a sponge, apply Primer M to the exposed part of the vehicle body.
| *1 | Brush | *2 | Primer M |
| *3 | Adhesive | *4 | Edge of Curved Surface |
| Standard Dimension | ||||
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Note
Do not coat the adhesive with Primer M.
Do not apply too much primer.
Allow the primer to dry for 3 minutes or more.
Throw away any leftover primer.
Using a brush or a sponge, apply Primer G to the contact surface of the front side fix window assembly.
| *1 | Edge of Curved Surface | - | - |
Tech Tips
If an area other than that specified is coated by accident, wipe off the primer with a non-residue solvent before it dries.
Note
To prevent the glass from breaking at low temperatures, ensure that no primer adheres to the contact surface between the moulding and glass during application.
Allow the primer to dry for 3 minutes or more.
Throw away any leftover primer.
Do not apply too much primer.
Apply adhesive to the front side fix window assembly.
| Adhesive |
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| Toyota Genuine Windshield Glass Adhesive or equivalent |
Cut off the tip of the cartridge nozzle as shown in the illustration.
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Load the sealer gun with the cartridge.
Apply adhesive to the front side fix window assembly as shown in the illustration.
Install the front side fix window assembly to the vehicle body.
| *1 | Matchmark |
Position the front side fix window assembly so that the matchmarks are aligned, and press it in gently along the rim (when a window with missing clips is used).
Lightly press the front side fix window assembly to ensure that the front side fix window assembly is securely fit to the vehicle body (when a window with missing clips is used).
Tech Tips
Press the glass with a force of 98 N (10 kgf, 22 lbf) or more.
Engage the 3 clips to install the front side fix window assembly (when a window without missing clips is used).
Hold the front side fix window assembly in place securely with protective tape or equivalent until the adhesive hardens.
Note
Allow the primer to dry for 3 minutes or more.
Check that the clips are attached to the body correctly.
Check the clearance between the body and glass.
Lightly press the outer surface of the glass to ensure that the glass is securely fit to the vehicle body.
Using a scraper, remove any excess or protruding adhesive.
Tech Tips
Apply adhesive onto the glass rim.
Note
Do not drive the vehicle within the time described in the table below.
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INSPECT FOR LEAK AND REPAIR
After the adhesive has hardened, apply water from the outside of the vehicle. Check that no water leaks into the cabin.
If water leaks into the cabin, allow the water to dry and add adhesive.
Remove the protective tape.
INSTALL FRONT PILLAR GARNISH CORNER PIECE
Engage the 3 claws to install the front pillar garnish corner piece LH.
INSTALL FRONT PILLAR GARNISH
| *1 | Adhesive Tape |
| *2 | Protective Cover |
| *3 | Curtain Shield Airbag Assembly |
Remove the protective cover.
| *1 | Front Pillar Garnish Clip |
| *2 | Protective Tape |
Make sure that the front pillar garnish clip is not damaged.
Note
If there is any damage, replace the garnish clip with a new one.
When a garnish clip is being replaced, make sure to install it in the direction shown in the illustration.
Engage the claw to direction indicated by the arrow (1).
Engage the 3 guides to direction indicated by the arrow (2).
Turn the end of the front pillar garnish clip 90° with needle-nosed pliers and install it to the front pillar garnish LH.
Tech Tips
Tape the needle-nosed pliers tip before use.
Engage 2 clips to install the front pillar garnish LH.
CONNECT FRONT DOOR OPENING TRIM WEATHERSTRIP