Windows and Glass (Without One-Touch Up): Removal & Installation Ford Escape III

Removal

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1. Remove the LH and RH A-pillar trim panels. Refer to «INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION»(ref-569621) .
2. Remove the defroster grille panel. Refer to «INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONSOLE»(ref-569596) .
3. Remove overhead console. Refer to «INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONSOLE»(ref-569596) .
4. If equipped with rain sensing wipers, remove the rain sensor. Refer to «WIPERS AND WASHERS»(ref-569606) .
5. If not equipped with rain sensing wipers, remove the interior rear view mirror. Refer to «REAR VIEW MIRRORS - WITHOUT WINDOW ONE-TOUCH UP»(ref-569646) or «REAR VIEW MIRRORS - WITH WINDOW ONE-TOUCH UP»(ref-569645) .
6. Remove the LH and RH B-pillar trim panels. Refer to «INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION»(ref-569621) .
7. NOTE: RH front shown in illustration, all others similar. All.
8. NOTE: LH side shown in illustration, RH side similar. Both sides.
9. NOTE: LH side shown in illustration, RH side similar. Both sides.
10. NOTE: Make sure not to crease the headliner when lowering and spacing with wood blocks. NOTE: Windshield removed for clarity. Lower the headliner. Place two blocks of wood spacing it away from the windshield. General Equipment: Wood Blocks.
11. Remove the cowl panel grille. Refer to «FRONT END BODY PANELS»(ref-569581) .
12. NOTE: To avoid rust formation, use extreme care not to scratch the paint or primer or otherwise damage the pinch weld during glass removal. NOTE: Insert the blade into the Deluxe Air Knife 300-AST1770E so the flat side is against the glass. This leaves the entire urethane adhesive bead on the pinch weld and allows a dry fit of the replacement windshield glass. NOTE: Lubricate the urethane adhesive with water to aid the Deluxe Air Knife 300-AST1770E when cutting. Working from inside the vehicle, cut the urethane adhesive starting at the top center and working toward the bottom corners then across the bottom. Special Tool(s): Deluxe Air Knife 300-AST1770E.
13. NOTE: Discard the windshield once removed. The A-pillar moldings are not servicable without a new windshield. Remove the windshield. This procedure step requires the specified number of technicians. General Equipment: Windshield Suction Cups.

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1. NOTE: Make alignment marks with tape or non-staining grease pencil for windshield glass stop blocks (if equipped) on the body to mark the position. Use a non-permanent pencil to make alignment marks on the windshield glass at the setting blocks (if equipped) and the body to aid in the windshield window glass alignment during installation.
2. WARNING: Repair any corrosion found on the pinch weld. The pinch weld is a structural component of the vehicle. Corrosion left unrepaired may reduce the structural integrity of the vehicle. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious injury to vehicle occupant(s). NOTE: Avoid scratching the pinch weld. Repair all minor scratches or exposed metal on the pinch weld following manufacturer's instructions. Use the same brand pinch weld primer, glass primer and urethane adhesive. NOTE: Touching the adhesive surface impairs the rebonding. NOTE: Make sure the mating surfaces are clean and free of foreign material. Using a utility knife, trim the urethane adhesive leaving a 1 mm to 2 mm (0.04 in to 0.08 in) base of original equipment urethane adhesive on the pinch weld. Using a soft brush or vacuum, remove any foreign material or dirt from the pinch weld. General Equipment: Vacuum.
3. Align the marks made with tape or non-staining grease pencil for windshield glass stop blocks (if equipped) on the body.
4. Position the windshield glass on the body. This procedure step requires the specified number of technicians. General Equipment: Windshield Suction Cups.
5. Dry-fit the windshield glass on the existing urethane adhesive bead on the pinch weld. This procedure step requires the specified number of technicians. General Equipment: Windshield Suction Cups. Position the windshield glass on the pinch weld, centering the windshield glass in the opening. Adjust the windshield glass stop blocks (if equipped) as needed for best fit. Make new alignment marks with tape or non-staining grease pencil (preferably at the windshield glass stop blocks if equipped) on the windshield glass and the body.
6. After the dry-fit alignment, remove the glass from the windshield opening and place on a stable work surface with the interior side of the glass facing up. This procedure step requires the specified number of technicians. General Equipment: Windshield Suction Cups.
7. Clean the inside of the new windshield glass with glass cleaner. Material: Motorcraft® Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner ZC-23.
8. NOTE: Use the same brand and cure-rate products for the urethane adhesive and glass primer. Do not mix different brands of urethane adhesive and glass primer. For additional information, refer to the «Material Chart»(ref-569636-S25559331812013082100000) in this procedure. Apply glass primer according to the manufacturer's instructions. Allow at least 6 minutes to dry. Material: Dow Urethane One Step Glass Primer Betaprime™ 5500/5500A/5500SA. Material: Sika Urethane Metal and Glass Primer Sika 206 G+P.
9. Cut the urethane adhesive applicator tip to specification.
10. The new urethane adhesive bead applied must be 14 mm (0.551 in) high and 8 mm (0.314 in) wide.
11. NOTE: The windshield glass must be positioned within 10 minutes of applying the urethane adhesive. NOTE: Use either a high-ratio air, electric, or battery-operated caulk gun that will apply the urethane adhesive with less effort and a continuous bead. Apply urethane adhesive on top of the existing trimmed urethane adhesive bead on the pinch weld, starting and ending at the bottom of the windshield near the center, make sure there are no gaps in the bead. Special Tool(s): Air Gun AST405. Material: Sika Urethane Adhesive Sika Tack ASAP. Material: Dow Urethane Adhesive Betaseal™ Express.
12. WARNING: Improper curing of the urethane adhesive may adversely affect glass retention, which is important for restraint system performance during a crash. Carefully follow the urethane adhesive manufacturer's curing instructions. Do not drive the vehicle until the urethane adhesive seal has cured. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury to vehicle occupant(s) during a crash. NOTE: Before positioning the windshield glass, open the vehicle windows to prevent the air pressure of closing doors from affecting the urethane adhesive bond. NOTE: The adhesive strip backings must be removed from the A-pillar mouldings before installing the windshield. Install the windshield glass, aligning it to the marks previously made. Press firmly by hand to ensure a good bond A-pillar mouldings. This procedure step requires the specified number of technicians. General Equipment: Windshield Suction Cups. NOTE: The door windows must be left open during the adhesive curing time. Using tape, secure the windshield glass in the correct position until the adhesive has cured.
13. After the urethane adhesive has cured, visually check the windshield glass seal for air or water leaks through the urethane adhesive bead and add urethane adhesive as necessary.
14. If necessary, remove excess urethane adhesive from the exterior surface of the windshield glass. Material: Motorcraft® Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner ZC-23.
15. Install the cowl panel grille. Refer to «FRONT END BODY PANELS»(ref-569581) .
16. NOTE: Make sure not to crease the headliner when removing the wood blocks. NOTE: Windshield removed for clarity. Remove the two blocks of wood spacing it away from the windshield. General Equipment: Wood Blocks. Raise the headliner.
17. NOTE: LH side shown in illustration, RH side similar. Both sides.
18. NOTE: LH side shown in illustration, RH side similar. Both sides.
19. NOTE: RH front shown in illustration, all others similar. All.
20. Install the LH and RH B-pillar trim panels. Refer to «INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION»(ref-569621) .
21. If equipped with rain sensing wipers, install the rain sensor. Refer to «WIPERS AND WASHERS»(ref-569606) .
22. If not equipped with rain sensing wipers, install the interior rear view mirror. Refer to «REAR VIEW MIRRORS - WITHOUT WINDOW ONE-TOUCH UP»(ref-569646) or «REAR VIEW MIRRORS - WITH WINDOW ONE-TOUCH UP»(ref-569645) .
23. Install overhead console. Refer to «INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONSOLE»(ref-569596) .
24. Install the defroster grille panel. Refer to «INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONSOLE»(ref-569596) .
25. Install the LH and RH A-pillar trim panels. Refer to «INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION»(ref-569621) .

Removal and Installation

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1. Remove the front door speaker. Refer to the appropriate INFORMATION AND ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM for the procedure.
2. Remove the front door beltline moulding. Refer to «EXTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION»(ref-569643) .
3. Using a non-marring trim tool from the outboard side of the glass pry the tang on each clip back releasing the window glass. Move the window glass up to disengage from clips completely. Lower the window glass completely to bottom of the door.
4. To install, reverse the removal procedure. Cycle the front door window glass to make sure it is engaged correctly.

Note. Left side shown in illustration, Right side similar.

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1. Remove the front door speaker. Refer to the appropriate INFORMATION AND ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM for the procedure.
2. Connect the window switch. Lower the window to access clips.
3. Using a non-marring trim tool from the outboard side of the glass pry the tang on each clip back releasing the window glass. Move the window glass up to disengage from clips completely. Lower the window glass completely to bottom of the door.
4. Disconnect the window switch. Raise the window to fully closed position.
5. Apply tape to specified component or area.
6. To install, tighten the nuts to 10.5 Nm (93 lb-in). To install, tighten the bolt to 10.5 Nm (93 lb-in). Turn the component Clockwise (CW) through 90 degrees.
7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Note. Left side shown in illustration, Right side similar.

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1. Remove the front door window glass. For additional information, refer to «WINDOW GLASS - FRONT DOOR»(ref-569636-S01690805402013072700000) .
2. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Note. Right side shown in illustration, left side similar.

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1. Remove the rear door window regulator. Refer to «WINDOW REGULATOR - REAR DOOR»(ref-569636-S20080825112013072700000) .
2. Remove the rear door beltline moulding. Refer to «EXTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION»(ref-569643) .
3. Turn the component counterclockwise (CCW) through 90 degrees. Remove the rear door window glass.
4. To install, reverse the removal procedure. Cycle the rear door window glass to make sure it is engaged correctly.

Note. Right side shown in illustration, left side similar.

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1. Remove the rear door latch. Refer to «HANDLES, LOCKS, LATCHES AND ENTRY SYSTEMS - WITHOUT WINDOW ONE-TOUCH UP»(ref-569609) or «HANDLES, LOCKS, LATCHES AND ENTRY SYSTEMS - WITH WINDOW ONE-TOUCH UP»(ref-569610) .
2. Apply tape to specified component or area.
3. Remove the rear door speaker. Refer to the appropriate INFORMATION AND ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM for the procedure.
4. To install, tighten the nuts to 10.5 Nm (93 lb-in). To install, tighten the bolt to 10.5 Nm (93 lb-in).
5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Note. Right side shown in illustration, left side similar.

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1. Remove the rear door window regulator. Refer to «WINDOW REGULATOR - REAR DOOR»(ref-569636-S20080825112013072700000) .
2. Remove the rear door beltline moulding. Refer to «EXTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION»(ref-569643)
3. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Note. Left side shown in illustration, right side similar.

1. Remove the headliner. Refer to «INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION»(ref-569621) .
2. NOTE: Locating pins need to be cut through in order to remove the rear quarter window glass. The new rear quarter window glass will be equipped with new locating pins. NOTE: Some resistance may be encountered when cutting though the glass locating pins. Using a utility knife, cut through the rear quarter window glass locating spacers.
3. NOTE: To avoid rust formation, use extreme care not to scratch the paint or primer or otherwise damage the pinch weld during glass removal. NOTE: Lubricate the urethane adhesive with water to aid the Deluxe Air Knife 300-AST1770E when cutting. Working from inside the vehicle, cut the urethane adhesive starting at the top center and working toward the bottom corners then across the bottom and remove the rear quarter window glass. Special Tool(s): Deluxe Air Knife 300-AST1770E.

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1. WARNING: Repair any corrosion found on the pinch weld. The pinch weld is a structural component of the vehicle. Corrosion left unrepaired may reduce the structural integrity of the vehicle. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious injury to vehicle occupant(s). NOTE: Avoid scratching the pinch weld. Repair all minor scratches or exposed metal on the pinch weld following manufacturer's instructions. Use the same brand pinch weld primer, glass primer and urethane adhesive. NOTE: Touching the adhesive surface impairs rebonding. NOTE: Make sure the mating surfaces are clean and free of foreign material. Using a utility knife, trim the urethane adhesive leaving a 1-2 mm (0.04-0.08 in) base of original equipment urethane adhesive on the pinch weld. Using a soft brush or vacuum, remove any foreign material or dirt from the pinch weld. General Equipment: Vacuum.
2. If installing the original rear quarter window glass, using a utility knife visually inspect and remove remaining urethane adhesive from the glass leaving a thin layer to bond with the new urethane adhesive bead.
3. Clean the inside of the new rear quarter window glass with glass cleaner. Material: Motorcraft® Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner ZC-23.
4. NOTE: Use the same brand and cure-rate products for the urethane adhesive and glass primer. Do not mix different brands of urethane adhesive and glass primer. For additional information, refer to the «Material Chart»(ref-569636-S41626557752013082100000) in this procedure. If installing a new rear quarter window glass, apply glass primer according to manufacturer's instructions. Allow at least 6 minutes to dry.
5. Cut the urethane adhesive applicator tip to specification.
6. NOTE: The rear quarter window glass must be positioned within 10 minutes of applying the urethane adhesive. NOTE: Use either a high-ratio air, electric or battery-operated caulk gun that will apply the urethane adhesive with less effort and a continuous bead. Apply urethane adhesive to the outside edges of locating pins on the rear quarter window glass. Special Tool(s): Air Gun AST405. Material: Sika Urethane Adhesive Sika Tack ASAP. Material: Dow Urethane Adhesive Betaseal™ Express.
7. The new urethane adhesive bead applied must be 14 mm (0.551 in) high and 8 mm (0.314 in) wide.
8. Apply a bead of urethane adhesive starting at the middle of the door jamb side and work around to the rear quarter window glass to specification, making sure there are no gaps in the bead. Special Tool(s): Air Gun AST405. Material: Sika Urethane Adhesive Sika Tack ASAP. Material: Dow Urethane Adhesive Betaseal™ Express.
9. NOTE: The door windows must be left open during the adhesive curing time. Install the rear quarter window glass. Using tape, secure the rear quarter window glass in the correct position until the adhesive has cured
10. WARNING: Improper curing of the urethane adhesive may adversely affect glass retention, which is important for restraint system performance during a crash. Carefully follow the urethane adhesive manufacturer's curing instructions. Do not drive the vehicle until the urethane adhesive seal has cured. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury to vehicle occupant(s) during a crash. After the urethane adhesive has cured, check the rear quarter window glass seal for air or water leaks through the urethane adhesive bead and add urethane adhesive as necessary.
11. If necessary, remove excess urethane adhesive from the exterior surface of the rear quarter window glass. Material: Motorcraft® Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner ZC-23.
12. Install the headliner. Refer to «INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION»(ref-569621) .

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1. Remove the liftgate trim panels. Refer to «INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION»(ref-569621) .
2. Remove the rear window wiper motor. Refer to «WIPERS AND WASHERS»(ref-569606) .
3. On both sides.
4. NOTE: To avoid rust formation, use extreme care not to scratch the paint or primer or otherwise damage the pinch weld during glass removal. NOTE: Insert the blade into the Deluxe Air Knife 300-AST1770E so the flat side is against the glass. This leaves the entire urethane adhesive bead on the pinch weld and allows a dry fit of the replacement liftgate window glass. NOTE: Lubricate the existing urethane adhesive with water to aid the Deluxe Air Knife 300-AST1770E while cutting.. Using the Deluxe Air Knife 300-AST1770E and working from inside the vehicle, cut the urethane adhesive from the liftgate window glass starting at the top center and working toward the bottom corners Special Tool(s): Deluxe Air Knife 300-AST1770E.
5. Remove the liftgate window glass. General Equipment: Windshield Suction Cups.

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1. NOTE: Make alignment marks with tape or non-staining grease pencil for liftgate window glass stop blocks (if equipped) on the liftgate to mark the position Use a non-permanent pencil to make alignment marks on the liftgate window glass at the setting blocks (if equipped) and the liftgate to aid in the liftgate window glass alignment during installation.
2. WARNING: Repair any corrosion found on the pinch weld. The pinch weld is a structural component of the vehicle. Corrosion left unrepaired may reduce the structural integrity of the vehicle. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious injury to vehicle occupant(s). NOTE: Avoid scratching the pinch weld. Repair all minor scratches or exposed metal on the pinch weld following manufacturer's instructions. Use the same brand pinch weld primer, glass primer and urethane adhesive. NOTE: Touching the adhesive surface impairs rebonding. NOTE: Make sure the mating surfaces are clean and free of foreign material. Using a utility knife, trim the urethane adhesive leaving a 1 mm to 2 mm (0.04 in to 0.08 in) base of original equipment urethane adhesive on the pinch weld. Using a soft brush or vacuum, remove any foreign material or dirt from the pinch weld. General Equipment: Vacuum.
3. If installing the original liftgate window glass, visiually inspect and remove remaining urethane adhesive from the glass leaving a thin layer to bond with the new urethane adhesive bead.
4. Align the marks made with tape or non-staining grease pencil for liftgate window glass stop blocks (if equipped) on the body.
5. Dry fit the liftgate window glass to the existing urethane adhesive bead on the body pinch weld. General Equipment: Windshield Suction Cups. Position the liftgate window glass on the pinch weld, centering the liftgate window glass in the opening. Adjust the liftgate window glass stop blocks (if equipped) as needed for best fit. Make new alignment marks with tape or non-staining grease pencil (preferably at the liftgate window glass stop blocks if equipped) on the liftgate window glass and the body.
6. Remove the liftgate window glass. General Equipment: Windshield Suction Cups.
7. Clean the inside of the new liftgate window glass with glass cleaner. Material: Motorcraft® Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner ZC-23.
8. NOTE: Use the same brand and cure-rate products for the urethane adhesive and glass primer. Do not mix different brands of urethane adhesive and glass primer. For additional information, refer to the «Material Chart»(ref-569636-S24026003262013082100000) in this procedure. If installing a new liftgate window glass, apply glass primer according to manufacturer's instructions. Allow at least 6 minutes to dry. Material: Dow Urethane One Step Glass Primer Betaprime™ 5500/5500A/5500SA. Material: Sika Urethane Metal and Glass Primer Sika 206 G+P.
9. Cut the urethane adhesive applicator tip to specification.
10. NOTE: The liftgate window glass must be positioned within 10 minutes of applying the urethane adhesive. NOTE: Use either a high-ratio, air, electric or battery-operated caulk gun that will apply the urethane adhesive with less effort and continuous bead. Apply urethane adhesive on top of the existing trimmed urethane adhesive bead on the pinch weld, starting and ending at the bottom of the liftgate window glass near the center, making sure there are no gaps in the bead. Special Tool(s): Deluxe Air Knife 300-AST1770E. Material: Sika Urethane Adhesive Sika Tack ASAP. Material: Dow Urethane Adhesive Betaseal™ Express.
11. WARNING: Improper curing of the urethane adhesive may adversely affect glass retention, which is important for restraint system performance during a crash. Carefully follow the urethane adhesive manufacturer's curing instructions. Do not drive the vehicle until the urethane adhesive seal has cured. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury to vehicle occupant(s) during a crash. NOTE: Before positioning the liftgate window glass, open the vehicle windows to prevent the air pressure of closing doors from affecting the urethane adhesive bond. Install the liftgate window glass, aligning it to the marks previously made. General Equipment: Windshield Suction Cups. NOTE: The door windows must be left open during the adhesive curing time. Using tape, secure the liftgate window glass in the correct position until the adhesive has cured.
12. WARNING: Improper curing of the urethane adhesive may adversely affect glass retention, which is important for restraint system performance during a crash. Carefully follow the urethane adhesive manufacturer's curing instructions. Do not drive the vehicle until the urethane adhesive seal has cured. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury to vehicle occupant(s) during a crash. After the urethane adhesive has cured, check the liftgate window glass seal for air or water leaks through the urethane adhesive bead and add urethane adhesive as necessary.
13. If necessary, remove excess urethane adhesive from the exterior surface of the liftgate window glass. Material: Motorcraft® Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner ZC-23.
14. On both sides.
15. Install the rear window wiper motor. Refer to «WIPERS AND WASHERS»(ref-569606) .
16. Install the liftgate trim panels. Refer to «INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION»(ref-569621) .

Note. LH front window control switch shown in illustration, RH similar.

1. NOTE: Use care when releasing the rear clip to prevent breakage to the bezel during removal. Remove the switch Bezel. Release the rear clip. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
2. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Note. RH rear window control switch shown in illustration, LH similar.

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Note. The front door glass run and bracket is serviced with the door latch assembly only.

1. Remove the front door latch. Refer to «HANDLES, LOCKS, LATCHES AND ENTRY SYSTEMS - WITHOUT WINDOW ONE-TOUCH UP»(ref-569609) or «HANDLES, LOCKS, LATCHES AND ENTRY SYSTEMS - WITH WINDOW ONE-TOUCH UP»(ref-569610) .

Note. The rear door glass run and bracket is serviced with the door latch assembly only.

1. Remove the rear door latch. Refer to «HANDLES, LOCKS, LATCHES AND ENTRY SYSTEMS - WITHOUT WINDOW ONE-TOUCH UP»(ref-569609) or «HANDLES, LOCKS, LATCHES AND ENTRY SYSTEMS - WITH WINDOW ONE-TOUCH UP»(ref-569610) .