Notice:  DO NOT close the lift window panel with the struts attached unless the window is installed and the window adhesive fully cured. The window adds strength and rigidity to the lift window panel. Attempting to close the lift window panel, with the struts installed, without a window or with the window adhesive not fully cured, could cause the panel to crack.

Preliminary Procedures

1. Remove the roof bow center interior trim panel. Refer to Rear Roof Bow Trim Panel Replacement .
2. Remove the struts from the lift window panel. Refer to Rear Compartment Lift Window Strut Replacement.

1

Rear Compartment Lift Window Panel Hinge Nut

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Tip
Disconnect the electrical connectors.

Tighten
25 N·m (18 lb ft)

2

Rear Compartment Lift Window Panel

Tip