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 windshield wiper arms and blades. Refer to
Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement.
- Remove the air inlet grille. Refer to
Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement.
- Remove the windshield garnish moldings. Refer to
Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement.
- Remove the 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:
| 6.2. | Defroster outlets and A/C outlets. |
| 6.3. | 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.
- Remove the windshield lace molding (1).
Use a utility knife in order to cut around the windshield in order to remove the windshield lace.
- Remove the lower windshield supports (1) from the cowl panel, if equipped.
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. Do this from inside the vehicle.
- Remove the windshield (1) from the vehicle with the aid of an assistant (2).
