Tribute 4WD L4-2.3L Hybrid (2008)
2. Using the special tool, cut the urethane adhesive from the quarter window glass starting at the top center and working toward the bottom corners
and remove the rear quarter window glass.
NOTE: Lubricate the urethane adhesive with water to aid the special tool when cutting.
NOTE: Locating tabs need to be cut through in order to remove the rear quarter window glass. The new quarter window glass will be equipped with new
locating tabs.
3. Using a soft brush or vacuum, remove any foreign material or dirt from the pinch weld.
Installation
All rear quarter window glass
WARNING: Do not drive the vehicle until the urethane seal has cured. Follow urethane manufacturer's curing directions. Inadequate or incorrect curing
of the urethane seal will adversely affect windshield glass retention. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury to vehicle
occupant(s).
1. Dry fit the quarter window glass, making alignment marks with tape or non-staining grease pencil.
2. Trim the remaining urethane adhesive on the pinch weld to within the specification.
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The existing urethane adhesive surface should be smooth and free of cuts and contamination.
WARNING: Repair any corrosion found on the pinch weld. The pinch weld is a structural component of the vehicle. Corrosion left unrepaired may
reduce the structural integrity of the vehicle. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious injury to vehicle occupant(s).
NOTE: Do not scratch the pinch weld area. For minor scratches or exposed metal on the pinch weld, see manufacturer's recommendations.