Removal Procedure
- Open the liftgate.
- Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel - Remove - Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement
- Cover Seats and carpeting to protect from broken glass.
- WARNING:
Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning .
Using a utility knife, carefully cut the lace (1) from the sides and the top edge of the window to access the urethane adhesive bead, if equipped.
- NOTE:
Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.
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.
- Use J 24402-A glass sealant (cold knife) remover, J 39032 stationary glass removal tool, or equivalent to remove the window.
- If necessary, use a long utility knife or similar tool to remove the bottom corners of the window from the urethane adhesive.
Remove the window (1) from the vehicle.
WARNING:
Refer to Cracked Window Warning .
NOTE:
Before cutting out a quarter window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
WARNING:
Refer to Defroster Outlet Warning .
NOTE:
Keep the cutting edge of the knife/tool against the window. Do this from inside the vehicle.