Removal Procedure
WARNING:
Refer to Cracked Window Warning .
- Remove the windshield garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement .
- Remove the outside rearview mirror. Refer to Outside Rearview Mirror Replacement .
- Cover the following parts to protect from broken glass:
- Upper dash pad
- Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
- Seats and carpeting
- Using the appropriate tool, carefully cut around the lace (1), start in the center working from side to side of the body side front window to access the urethane adhesive bead.
- Remove the window from the urethane adhesive.
- Leave a base of urethane approximately 2 mm (0.078 in) on the pinch-weld flange.
- The only suitable lubrication is clear water.
- BO-24402-A Glass Sealant Remover (Cold Knife).
- BO-39032 Stationary Glass Removal Tool , or equivalent in order to remove the window.
- If necessary, use the appropriate tool to remove the bottom corners of the body side front window from the urethane adhesive.
- Remove the body side front window from the vehicle with an assistant.
WARNING:
Refer to Defroster Outlet Warning .
WARNING:
Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning .
NOTE:
If the original window is being reused the window lace is not serviceable.
NOTE:
Before cutting out a stationary window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
NOTE:
Use care when removing the window not to cut off the locator pins on the left and right sides. If the locating pins are cut off it will be necessary to use masking tape to tape the window in place until the auto-adhesive cures.
NOTE:
Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.
NOTE:
Keep the cutting edge of the appropriate tool against the window. Do this from inside the vehicle.