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.
- Remove the fixed antenna mast. Refer to
Fixed Antenna Mast Replacement.
- Open the hood.
- Remove the window wiper arms. Refer to
Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement.
- Remove the cowl air inlet grille panel. Refer to
Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement.
- Remove the inside rear view mirror. Refer to
Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement.
Pull back and position the auxiliary weatherstrip away from the pinch-weld flange.
Important: Both doors need to be opened.
- Remove the windshield side reveal moldings. Refer to
Windshield Side Reveal Molding Replacement.
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.
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:
| • | Defroster outlets and A/C outlets |
Important: The window lower supports (1) have molded in locks with an urethane adhesive strip (2) on the back side. Once the window lower stop have been removed they must be replaced.
- Remove the window lower supports (1) by using a flat-bladed tool, lightly prying upward in the middle until it releases.
Important: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.
- 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. |
- Remove the bottom of the window from the urethane adhesive using a long utility knife or similar tool. Keep the cutting edge of the utility knife against
the glass.
- With the aid of an assistant (2) remove the window (1) from the vehicle.
