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Windows - Door Glass Displacement

November 26, 1999

BO017-99

Introduction
On some 1998 and 1999 Camry vehicles the door glass may be displaced from the front door glass run if the door is closed forcefully with the window partially down. A field fix has been developed to remedy this condition.

Applicable Vehicles:
1998 - 1999 TMMK Camry vehicles produced prior to VINs listed below.






Production Change Info

NOTE:Refer to 1998 Camry Repair manual (Vol.2) for Door Panel Removal and Window Regulator Servicing information.






Warranty Information

Applicable Warranty *:
This repair Is covered under the Toyota Basic Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 36 months or 36,000 mIles, whichever occurs first, from,the vehicle's in-service date.

* Warranty application is limited to correction of a problem based upon a customer's specific complaint.

Repair Procedure

1. Lower the door glass, disconnect the power window switch, remove the front door trim panel, speaker, and loosen the door mirror mounts to gain access to the door glass and lower frames. Remove the front lower frame (2 screws).






2. Locate the lower window frame mounting hole on the door (see illustration). Place a towel or shop rag in the speaker hole to catch metal chips. Using a round file or die grinder, enlarge the hole 2 mm toward the speaker (rear of the vehicle). Remove the towel or shop rag and any metal chips in the door. Apply touch-up paint or rust preventative to the hole.
3. Install a rubber stopper to the lower window frame according to directions in TSB BO012-99.
4. Install the lower window frame. Assure the frame is tight against the glass and the run is fully inserted in the lower window frame channel.
5. Temporarily connect the power window switch and operate the window. Check to assure the door glass fully opens and closes easily.
6. Reinstall the door panel and components, check lock/unlock function and door opening handle function.