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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 181887  Size: SH

    Important: 

       • Remove the rear window prior to removing the rear window reveal molding.
       • Do NOT use the original rear window reveal molding. Replace with a new rear window reveal molding.
       • New rear window reveal moldings are primed and will adhere to the urethane adhesive.
       • Pre-fit the rear window reveal molding to the rear window as an assembly on the body prior to actual installation.
       • A heat lamp may be used to make the rear window reveal molding more pliable.

  1. Remove the rear window reveal molding using a flat-bladed tool, and carefully pry the end of the rear window reveal molding out about 75 mm (3 in).
  2. Grasp the rear window reveal molding by hand and slowly pull the molding away from the body.
  3. Remove the rear window. Refer to Rear Window Replacement .

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 181887  Size: SH
  1. Install the rear window reveal molding by starting from the center and hand press the rear window reveal molding into place.

  2. Object Number: 181927  Size: SH
  3. Prefit the rear window reveal molding to the rear window as an assembly on the body prior to actual installation.
  4. Apply tape in order to keep the rear window reveal molding flush with the rear window.

  5. Install the rear window. Refer to Rear Window Replacement .