Removal Procedure
CAUTION:
Refer to Cracked Window Caution
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- Open the liftgate.
- Remove the inside rear garnish molding. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Quarter Upper .
- Remove the inside rear garnish molding. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Quarter Lower .
- Cover the following parts to protect from broken glass:
- Upper dash pad
- Defroster outlets and air conditioning (A/C) outlets
- Seats and carpeting
- 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 the J 24402-A ,J 39032 , or equivalent in order to remove the quarter window.
- With the aid of an assistant, remove the window (1) from the vehicle.
IMPORTANT:
Before cutting out a quarter window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
CAUTION:
Refer to Defroster Outlet Caution
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CAUTION:
Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Caution
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IMPORTANT:
When cutting out the quarter window use care not to damage the encapsulation around the perimeter of the quarter window. If the encapsulation is damaged, the window must be replaced.
IMPORTANT:
Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the quarter window. Do this from inside the vehicle to protect the outer painted surface.