Rear Left Window Panel Strut Replacement

Rear Left Window Panel Strut Replacement: Removal Procedure:

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Open and support the rear lift window panel.

Rear Left Window Panel Strut Replacement: Removal Procedure:

2. Disconnect the lower rear defogger electrical connector from the strut.
3. Reposition the retaining clip outward from the strut's lower ball socket by prying with a narrow bladed screwdriver.
4. Pull the strut from the lower ball stud.

Rear Left Window Panel Strut Replacement: Removal Procedure:

5. Disconnect the electrical connector from the upper end of the strut.
6. Remove the strut from the upper ball stud by prying out on the strut retainer while pulling the strut's ball socket from the stud.

Rear Left Window Panel Strut Replacement: Installation Procedure:

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Connect the defogger lower electrical connector to the strut.
2. Install the strut with the rod side down to the lower bracket.
3. Install the strut to the upper bracket.
4. Connect the defogger upper electrical connector.

Rear Left Window Panel Strut Replacement: Installation Procedure:

5. Remove the lift window panel support and close the lift window panel.