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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHONDA2004S2000 L4-2.2LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISWINDOWS AND GLASSWINDOWSWINDOW GLASSBACK WINDOW GLASSSERVICE AND REPAIR
2004 Honda S2000 L4-2.2L
Back Window Glass: Service and Repair
2004 Honda S2000 L4-2.2LSECTION Service and Repair
Rear Window Replacement
Removable Hardtop
NOTE:
- To remove and install the rear window, remove the roof from the body.
- Place the roof on padded supports to prevent damage.
- Have an assistant help you remove and install the rear window.
- Familiarize yourself with the glass replacement process.
- Remove the rear window and molding as an assembly. If the molding is damaged, replace it.
Parts Removal
Remove these items, and disconnect the rear window defogger connectors:
- Headliner
- Rear window lower trim
Cutting Positions
Slip piano wire through the adhesive at each position as shown, and pull it back as indicated by the arrows. For the upper portion, cut the adhesive with a utility knife from inside while pushing the rear window out.
Rubber Dams, Fasteners, and Spacers Installation
- Be sure the rubber dams, fasteners, and spacers line up with the alignment marks.
- Attach the upper fastener and lower fastener with adhesive tape.
- Attach the rubber dams and spacers with adhesive tape.
Molding Installation
To attach the molding, apply a light coat of primer to the bottom area on the outside of the rear window, and attach the molding with urethane adhesive.
Fastener (roof side) Installation/Body Primer Application
NOTE:
- Apply body primer to exposed painted surfaces only.
- Attach the lower fasteners with adhesive tape.
Glass Primer and Adhesive Application
Removable Hardtop
NOTE:
- To remove and install the rear window, remove the roof from the body.
- Place the roof on padded supports to prevent damage.
- Have an assistant help you remove and install the rear window.
- Familiarize yourself with the glass replacement process.
- Remove the rear window and molding as an assembly. If the molding is damaged, replace it.
Parts Removal
Remove these items, and disconnect the rear window defogger connectors:
- Headliner
- Rear window lower trim
Cutting Positions
Slip piano wire through the adhesive at each position as shown, and pull it back as indicated by the arrows. For the upper portion, cut the adhesive with a utility knife from inside while pushing the rear window out.
Rubber Dams, Fasteners, and Spacers Installation
- Be sure the rubber dams, fasteners, and spacers line up with the alignment marks.
- Attach the upper fastener and lower fastener with adhesive tape.
- Attach the rubber dams and spacers with adhesive tape.
Molding Installation
To attach the molding, apply a light coat of primer to the bottom area on the outside of the rear window, and attach the molding with urethane adhesive.
Fastener (roof side) Installation/Body Primer Application
NOTE:
- Apply body primer to exposed painted surfaces only.
- Attach the lower fasteners with adhesive tape.
Glass Primer and Adhesive Application
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.