back glass latch mountaineer

[jmoats75]

Hi,
I like to thank everyone. This forum has been very hopeful for me. I am having a problem with the latch on an 02 mountaineer. It appears the bolts holding the striker have broke. Is it possible just to replace the bolts? If so, what size are they? Do I have to buy the whole latch assy? Thanks in advance for any help.

 

[jrford]

although it looks easy and it might be,
imo i'd take it to a body shop for that: if you put pressure on it the wrong way they shatter, glass is expensive too, if you torque the bolts down the wrong way or improperly it shatters, it seems to be a two person job, and dont use it till fixed.