For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Remove the rear quarter window. Refer to Quarter Window Replacement in Body Rear End.
- Fully open the sliding rear door.
- Use a heat gun in order to heat the sliding door auxiliary weatherstrip. Keep the heat gun 150 mm (6 in) from the surface. Use a circular motion while applying heat for about 30 seconds.
- Use a flat-bladed tool in order to peel the sliding door auxiliary weatherstrip from the panel surface. DO NOT damage the paint.
- Use oil-free naphtha or alcohol in order to clean the body panel.
Installation Procedure
- Use a heat lamp or heat gun in order to warm the body panel to a minimum of 21°C (70°F).
- Peel the backing from the front end of the sliding door auxiliary weather strip. DO NOT touch the adhesive backing.
- Press the auxiliary weatherstrip to the body.
- Hand roll the rear side door auxiliary weatherstrip to the body in order to ensure proper adhesion.
- Install the rear quarter window. Refer to Quarter Window Replacement in Body Rear End.
