Removal Procedure
- Rear Compartment Lid - Open
- Battery Negative Cable - Disconnect - Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
Rear Window Wiper Motor (2) - Remove - Rear Window Wiper Motor Replacement
Rear End Spoiler (4) - Remove - Rear End Spoiler Replacement
Body Side Upper Rear Applique (3) - Remove - Body Side Upper Rear Applique Replacement
Liftgate Emblem/Nameplate (1) - Remove -
Liftgate Emblem/Nameplate Replacement (Emblem)Liftgate Emblem/Nameplate Replacement (Nameplate)
- Disconnect the rear window grid electrical connectors.
- Cover to protect the following parts from broken glass:
- Seats and carpeting
- Using the appropriate tool, carefully cut around the lace, start in the center working from side to side of the window to access the urethane adhesive bead, if equipped.
- NOTE:
Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.
This will allow the urethane adhesive to be separated from the window.
- Leave a base of urethane on the pinchweld 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.
With the aid of an assistant lift the rear window (1) and locating pin (2) from vehicle.
If a window is cracked but still intact, crisscross the window with masking tape in order to reduce the risk of damage or personal injury.
Before cutting out a stationary window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and inner trim.
If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be blown into the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.
Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning .