Patriot 2WD L4-2.4L (2009)
Liftgate Window Glass: Service and Repair
Liftgate Backlite - Installation
INSTALLATION
WARNING: Allow the urethane at least 24 hours to cure before returning the vehicle to use.
CAUTION: Roll down the left and right front door glass and open the rear glass slider (if available) before installing liftgate glass to avoid
pressurizing the passenger compartment if a door is slammed before urethane is cured. Water leaks can result.
NOTE: The liftgate glass fence should be cleaned of most of its old urethane bonding material. A small amount of old urethane, approximately
1-2 mm in height, should remain on the fence. Do not grind off or completely remove all old urethane from the fence, the paint finish
and bonding strength will be adversely affected. Support spacers should be replaced with new parts. Replace any missing or damaged
spacers around the perimeter of the liftgate opening.
Glass Preparation - Installing A Previously Installed liftgate glass
1. Before proceeding with the following repair procedure, review all warnings and cautions. See: Windows and Glass/Service Precautions.
2. Level old bead of liftgate glass adhesive (3) to a thickness of approximately 1 mm (0.04 in.) and remove loose adhesive.
3. Apply two new spacers (2) to the liftgate frame.
4. Install the lower spacers to the liftgate horizontal flange.
