Removal Procedure
- Before cutting out a stationary window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
- Cover the following parts to protect from broken glass:
- Upper dash pad
- Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
- Seats and carpeting
- Inspect the roof window reveal molding for damage. If the roof window reveal molding is damaged or becomes detached from the window, the reveal molding can not be reused and must be replaced. Refer to Roof Window Reveal Molding Replacement .
- 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.
- UseJ 24402-A . See Special Tools and Equipment . J 39032 or equivalent in order to cut the urethane bead to remove the window. See Special Tools and Equipment .
- With the aid of an assistant, remove the window from the vehicle.
CAUTION:
Refer to Cracked Window Caution
in Cautions and Notices.
CAUTION:
Refer to Defroster Outlet Caution
in Cautions and Notices.
CAUTION:
Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Caution
in Cautions and Notices.
IMPORTANT:
The roof window reveal molding (3) is a one piece molding and fills the cavities between the body and the roof window (1).
IMPORTANT:
Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.