2005 Scion xA AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Quarter Window ASSY RH: Replacement

HINT:

  • The installation procedures are the removal procedures in reverse order. However, only installation procedures requiring additional information are included.
  • Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
  • A bolt without a torque specification is shown in the standard bolt table (see SPECIFIED TORQUE FOR STANDARD BOLTS ).
  1. REMOVE REAR SEAT BACK ASSY LH (See  REPLACEMENT  ) 
  2. REMOVE REAR SEAT BACK ASSY RH (See  REPLACEMENT  ) 
  3. REMOVE REAR SEAT CUSHION W/COVER PAD SUB-ASSY (See  REPLACEMENT  ) 
  4. REMOVE CHILD RESTRAINT SEAT ANCHOR BRACKET SUB-ASSY RH (See  REPLACEMENT  ) 
  5. REMOVE REAR SEAT BACK HINGE SUB-ASSY RH (See  REPLACEMENT  ) 
  6. REMOVE ROOF SIDE GARNISH INNER RH (See  REPLACEMENT  ) 
    1. Remove the rear door scuff plate.
    2. Remove the rear door opening trim weatherstrip.
    3. Remove the tonneau cover.
    4. Remove the deck board No. 1.
    5. Remove the deck floor box RH.
    6. Remove the spare wheel cover.
    7. Remove the deck trim cover rear.
    8. Remove the luggage compartment trim hook No. 1.
    9. Remove the rear seat 3 point type belt outer,
    10. Remove the deck trim side panel RH.
    11. Remove the roof side garnish inner RH.
  7. REMOVE QUARTER WINDOW ASSY RH 
    1. From the interior, insert piano wires between the vehicle body and glass, as shown in the illustration.
    2. Tie objects that can serve as handles (for example, wooden blocks) to all wire ends.
      Fig 1: Inserting Piano Wires Between Vehicle Body & Glass
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      HINT: Apply protective tape to the outer surface of the vehicle to prevent its surface from being scratched.

      NOTE: When separating the glass from the vehicle, take care not to damage the vehicle's paint and interior/exterior ornaments.
    3. Cut through the adhesive by pulling the piano wire around the glass.
    4. Remove the glass.
      NOTE: Leave as much adhesive on the body as possible when removing the glass.
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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.