Removal Procedure
- Open the liftgate.
- Remove the rear quarter panel trim. Refer to Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement (With AXS) or Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement (Except AXS) .
- Cover the following parts to protect from broken glass:
- Upper dash pad
- Defroster outlets and 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 J 24402-A , J 39032 , or equivalent to remove the window. See Special Tools .
- With the aid of an assistant (2), remove the window (1) from the vehicle.
WARNING:
Refer to Cracked Window Warning
.
NOTE:
Before cutting out a bodyside 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
.
WARNING:
Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning
.
NOTE:
Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.