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: Before cutting out a window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
- Remove the window garnish molding from the door frame. Refer to
Rear Door Trim Panel Replacement
in Body Rear End.
- Disconnect the electrical connector from the window defogger, if equipped.
Caution: 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.
Important: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the rear window. This will allow the urethane adhesive to be separated from the window.
- Use J 24402-A
, J 39032
, or equivalent in order to remove the rear window.
| • | Leave a base of urethane on the pinchweld flange. |
| • | The only suitable lubrication is clear water. |
- With the aid of an assistant, remove the window from the opening.
