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Repair procedures: Installation

  1. Using a cutting knife (A), remove the remaining sealant (B) on the body panel.
    CAUTION:
    • Put on gloves to protect your hands.
    Fig 1: Removing Sealant On Body Panel
    G10453833Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  2. Using a cutting knife (A), remove the remaining sealant (B) on the rear window glass.
    CAUTION:
    • Put on gloves to protect your hands.
    Fig 2: Removing Sealant On Rear Window Glass
    G10453834Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  3. Apply the body primer to the bonding surface of body panel.

    Information 

    • Be careful not to touch the surface covered with the primer because touching it may lead to water leaks after installing the windshield glass.
    • Do not apply the body primer to the glass.
    • Remove any foreign materials from the primer-covered surface.
    • Apply the sealant within 5 minutes of applying the primer.
    Fig 3: Body Primer Application Area
    G10453835Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  4. Apply the glass primer to the outer edge of rear window glass.

    Information 

    • Be careful not to touch the surface covered with the primer because touching it may lead to water leaks after installing the windshield glass.
    • Do not apply the body primer to the glass.
    • Remove any foreign materials from the primer-covered surface.
    • Apply the sealant within 5 minutes of applying the primer.
    Fig 4: Glass Primer Application Area
    G10453836Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  5. Attach the rear window glass molding (A) to the rear window glass (B) and peel off the release paper from the molding.
    Fig 5: Attaching Rear Window Glass Molding To Rear Window Glass
    G10453837Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  6. Using a sealant gun, apply the sealant (B) to the edge of rear window glass (A).

    Sealant Bead width 

    Height: 12 mm (0.4724 in.)

    Width: 8 mm (0.3150 in.)

    Fig 6: Applying Sealant To Edge Of Rear Window Glass
    G10453838Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  7. Using the glass holder (A), adjust the rear window glass (B) to fit the alignment marks (C) on the body and lightly push the windshield glass to make the edges fully seated on the bonding surface of body
    NOTE:
    • When installing the rear window glass (B), be sure to fit the protruding part (D) on the reverse side of the glass into the groove on the body frame.
    Fig 7: Adjusting Rear Window Glass To Alignment Marks On Body
    G10453839Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  8. To make sure that the applied sealant is completely hardened, leave the car on a flat surface for at least 3 to 4 hours after installing the rear window glass.

    Information 

    • If driving the car is inevitable, drive at a low speed for at least 8 hours.
    • Advise the driver to avoid aggressive driving or driving on rough roads for 2-3 days after installing the rear window glass.
  9. Conduct a leak testing.

    Information 

    • The leak testing shall be conducted at least 4 hours after the rear window glass installation is completed.
    • Do not directly spray the high-pressure water to the joint area.
  10. In case of water leaks, apply sealant to the water-leaking area.
  11. Install the rear curtain.

    (Refer to "REAR CURTAIN ")

  12. Install the rear package tray trim.

    (Refer to "REAR PACKAGE TRAY TRIM ")

  13. Install the roof side molding.

    (Refer to "ROOF SIDE MOLDING ")