Warning: If a window is cracked but still intact, crisscross the window with masking tape in order to reduce the risk of damage or personal injury.
Note: Before cutting out a stationary window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and inner trim of the window.
- Remove the rear quarter upper trim. Refer to
Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement.
- Remove the rear quarter lower trim. Refer to
Quarter Lower Rear Trim Panel Replacement.
Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning in the Preface section.
Note: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window. Do this from inside the vehicle to protect the outer painted surface.
- This will allow the urethane adhesive to be separated from the window:
• | Leave a base of urethane on the pinch-weld flange. |
• | The only suitable lubrication is clear water. |
• | Use
J 39032
or equivalent in order to remove the window. |
• | Remove the quarter modular window from the pinch-weld flange. |