2008 Lexus SC 430FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Back Window Frame: Removal

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HINT:

A bolt without a torque specification is shown in the standard bolt chart (see SPECIFIED TORQUE FOR STANDARD BOLTS ).

  1. HALF OPEN ROOF PANEL 
    1. Half open the roof panel (see MANUAL OPEN OPERATION  ).
      Fig 1: Opening Roof Panel
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  2. REMOVE ROOF SIDE GARNISH INNER RH 
    1. Using a clip remover, remove the clip labeled A.
      Fig 2: Identifying Clip Labeled A
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    2. Using a screwdriver, detach the 7 clips.

      HINT:

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

    3. Remove the side garnish.
  3. REMOVE ROOF SIDE GARNISH INNER LH 

    HINT:

    Use the same procedures described for the RH side.

  4. REMOVE REAR ROOF HEADLINING ASSEMBLY 
    1. Using a screwdriver, detach the 7 clips.

      HINT:

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

    2. Remove the roof headlining.
      Fig 3: Identifying Roof Headlining
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  5. REMOVE BACK WINDOW FRAME SUB-ASSEMBLY UPPER 
    1. Using a T40 "TORX" socket, remove the 8 screws.
    2. Remove the back window frame.
      Fig 4: Identifying Back Window Frame And Screws
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  6. REMOVE REAR REMOVABLE ROOF WEATHERSTRIP 
    1. Remove the 4 screws, 2 nuts and 4 clips.
    2. Using a clip remover, detach the clips.
    3. Remove the removable roof weatherstrip rear.
      Fig 5: Identifying Screws, Nuts And Clips
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  7. REMOVE ROOF SIDE RAIL WEATHERSTRIP RETAINER RH 
    1. Remove the 4 screws and weatherstrip retainer.
      Fig 6: Identifying Screws And Weatherstrip Retainer
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  8. REMOVE ROOF SIDE RAIL WEATHERSTRIP RETAINER LH 

    HINT:

    Use the same procedures described for the RH side.

  9. REMOVE BACK WINDOW OUTSIDE MOLDING (See  REMOVAL  ) 
  10. REMOVE BACK WINDOW GLASS (See  REMOVAL  ) 
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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.