Important: Before cutting out a stationary window, apply a double layer of masking
tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
- Open the hood.
- Remove the antenna, if equipped. Refer to
Radio Antenna Replacement
in Entertainment.
- Remove the windshield wiper arms. Refer to
Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement
in Wipers/Washer Systems.
- Remove the air inlet grille. Refer to
Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement
in Body Front End.
- Remove the inside rearview mirror. Refer to
Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement
.
Caution: If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be blown into
the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.
- Cover to protect the following parts from broken glass:
| • | The defroster outlets and A/C outlets |
| • | The seats and carpeting |
Caution: When working with any type of glass or sheet metal with exposed or rough
edges, wear approved safety glasses and gloves in order to reduce
the chance of personal injury.
Important: The window reveal molding fills the cavities between the body and windshield
and can not be reused if stretched or damaged.
- Grasp the lower corner of the window reveal molding by hand and slowly
pull the reveal molding away from the window.
- Remove the window reveal
molding. Refer to
Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows
.
If the window reveal molding
will not release, use a utility knife in order to cut around the window
in order to remove the window reveal molding.
- Remove the lower windshield supports (1) from the cowl panel, if equipped.
Important: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the windshield.
- This will allow the urethane adhesive to be separated from the windshield.
| • | Leave a base of urethane on the pinchweld flange. |
| • | The only suitable lubrication is clear water. |
- Remove the windshield
(1) from the vehicle with the aid of an assistant.
