Caution:  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.

If necessary, the rear compartment lift window panel may be manually released by pulling on the manual release cables located behind the cargo compartment rear corner trim panels. Access the cables through the slots in the rear corner trim panels.

The procedure for removing the lift window from the lift window panel is found in Stationary Glass.

1. Remove the removable roof panel.



2. Open the lift window panel and suitably support.



3. Remove the roof bow center interior trim panel. Refer to Rear Roof Bow Trim Panel Replacement.



4. Disconnect the antenna jumper cable connection.



5. Disconnect the upper defogger connection from each strut.
6. Remove the struts from the lift window panel.
7. Remove the support and lower the lift window. DO NOT latch the lift window.



8. Remove the nuts from the hinges.



9. With an assistant, remove the lift window panel and place the panel on a clean protective surface.

Caution:  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.

1. Install sealant to the hinge studs to prevent water leaks.
2. Place a protective covering over the roof bow.
3. With an assistant, position the lift window panel with the shims to the roof bow.



4. Align the lift window panel to the opening with a 7 mm (0.27 in) gap between the window and the roof bow.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

5. Install the hinge nuts.

Tighten
Tighten the lift window hinge nuts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

6. Open and support the lift window panel.



7. Install the struts to the lift window panel.
8. Remove the lift window panel temporary support.
9. Connect the window defogger connections.



10. Connect the antenna jumper cable to the lift window.



11. Install the trim panel to the roof bow. Refer to Rear Roof Bow Trim Panel Replacement.
12. Close the lift window panel.



13. Install the roof panel.