Back Door Glass Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Suzuki XL-7 and 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Refer to HEAD LINING REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION , WINDSHIELD REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION procedures and cautions are basically the same. However, note the following.

Before applying primer to glass (2) edge, install molding (1) according to installing position shown in the figure.

Fig 1: Installing Molding
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Observe the following precautions when applying adhesive (4) along glass edge.
- Adhesive should be applied evenly especially in height.
- Be careful not to damage primer (1).
- Press glass (2) against body quickly after adhesive is applied.
  Adhesive amount specification (back door glass)
  1. Height "b": 15 mm (0.59 in.)
  2. Width "c": 8 mm (0.31 in.)
  3. Width "d": 16 mm (0.63 in.)
  4. Clearance "e": 1 mm (0.04 in.)
Fig 2: Applying Adhesive
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When replacing back door, coat replacement door inside with wax for proper anticorrosive treatment.
Apply sealing compound to peripheral of door hem area and reinstall door sealing cover (1).

Fig 3: Reinstalling Door Sealing Cover
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When weather-strip is hardened and water leaks have developed, replace it.