2009-14 Ford F-150 Rear Windshield Leaking - Window Sealer Replacement

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Hey everyone, we have a 2012 Ford F-150 that started leaking through the rear windshield. After digging into it, we found that the rear windshield seal had started to deteriorate so we're going to replace it. This should work for any 12th generation Ford F-150 (2009-2014. Hope this video was helpful!
Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
00:33 - Tools
01:18 - Lift Seat & Remove Headrest
01:47 - Detach Back Seat
02:16 - Remove Paneling
02:56 - Remove Clips
03:10 - Remove Tab, Unbolt (7mm), and Remove Side Panel
04:28 - Remove Rear Carpet
05:07 - Remove Rear Windshield Bolts (9mm)
05:45 - Detach Defrost Wires
06:22 - Remove Rear Windshield
06:56 - Remove Old Weather Seal
08:24 - Install New Weather Seal (5/16")
09:41 - Re-Install Windshield
09:58 - Re-Bolt Windshield (9mm)
11:06 - Water Test Windshield
11:23 - Conclusion
Materials:
Windo-Weld Ribbon Sealer 5/16" x 15'
Tools:
Ratchet Set
Blade/Scraper
Small Crowbar (plastic)
Impact Wrench (optional)

[@thomaskozakiewicz4093]

Excellent video! I have the same leak and will be doing this in the next couple weeks.

[@bigj20785]

This will save me a ton, thanks for this

[@doodalbob]

i work for safelite rn and you just saved my ass bro thank you

[@StephenFixesThings]

Haha! Glad to help!

[@albertorodriguez-zj7ck]

Great job, great video. I have the same problem, Thanks a lot for sharing this video and I will now utilize the learning from you all.

[@skeezakoala2556]

Great vid, thanks!

[@fbayol]

Thanks man from chile i did exactly as you said no more leak!

[@roadsideangel]

Great video thanks! Saved me $800

[@raymondcarmichael873]

Thanks for the video

[@ttvpoter_92]

I was told by a ("professional company") that they can remove it, BUT the window might break. And I would have to pay for it. And that looks so easy.

[@Badenhawk]

Awesome man. Thank you. I bought a 2011 last January and noticed after a rain storm I was getting condensation on the inside of my windshield. Then when I finally got around to a deep clean I noticed water on my passenger rear carpet near the door that came up with the vacuum suction, and this would make sense that my rear window is leaking. This project seems manageable, and probably saves a ton of money.....assuming I don't break anything lol.

[@jadedjay7861]

How'd you fix it?

[@Badenhawk]

@@jadedjay7861 I had a couple issues after further investigation. My third brake like gasket had failed and was leaking. So I fixed that myself. My rear window gasket was leaking along with the sliding window weather strip missing about a 1 inch chunk so it was also leaking. I ended up finding a local shop who put in a new, solid tinted heated glass for $300 total. So I essentially deleted the sliding window because I barely used it anyway and a new window with a slider was a lot more money. But I really like the clean look of a solid glass, and since I had a shop do it it's under warranty. They gave me a discounted price because I had removed the seats and trim to dry the carpet, because my back area was super soaked after a bigger rain storm.

[@nathanburkes1691]

I have the same issue with my 2012. Thanks for the video, doing my very soon. And I did subscribe to your channel.

[@j2pnation]

I'm glad to see that you can remove the window without having to disconnect the window track cables. That looks like it would be a pain.

[@howtotieknots3749]

Can you tell me where you got that gasket I've been looking all over and no one seems to have it I sure would appreciate it thank you

[@aladwanit]

How did you close the gap at corner of the back window with rubber seal strip

[@tomunexplained7743]

Thanks for the video! Driving in the rain today my son yelled from the back. Dad I'm getting dripped on! I said ohhh nooooooo. This looks manageable but time consuming. Mine is a 2012 also. Guess that sealant lasts about 12 years or so lol

[@owen-po]

Haha. My '12 started leaking this week as well.

[@StephenFixesThings]

It definitely takes some time. I'd put aside half a Saturday for it and a helping hand would be beneficial for sure.

[@redsion23]

My 12 FX4 has started leaking as well 😑

[@winsteezy403]

Looks like you had a gap of sealant on the corner? Did you fill that gap?

[@tomunexplained7743]

Pretty sure there was no gap. It looked that way in the video but I think it's because he had to tear the brown backing tape stuff not the seal itself. That's how I saw it at least

[@crimescenephoto7147]

Where are you located? Can I pay you to replace mine on my 2013 F150?

[@StephenFixesThings]

I'm in Louisiana. Not sure I want to take on another rear windshield though haha

[@mphil3051]

Just caulk it !!

[@jadedjay7861]

On the outside in the gap?

[@mphil3051]

@@jadedjay7861 I'm thinking the outside. A caulk with 100% or mostly silicone, fine bead.