Rear Window Glass Installation: 5HB

2013 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3L Eng VIN 3SECTION 5HB
  1. Remove sealant along the perimeter of the glass using a utility knife or scraper. (When reusing the glass)
  2. Clean and degrease an approx. 50 mm {2.0 in}Β  wide strip along the perimeter of the glass.
  3. Inspect the glass for cracks. If it is cracked, chamfer it using sandpaper.
  4. Install the spacers, and pins to the glass as shown in the figure.
    Fig 1: Identifying Spacers, Pins And Glass
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RENDER: 1.0x

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