Removal Procedure
- Disconnect the rear window defogger electrical connectors.
- Remove the body lock pillar garnish molding. Refer to Body Lock Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement .
- Lower the rear edge of the headlining trim panel, this will allow the special tool BO-0201964 Bonded, Glass Removing Device to cut across the top of the window and not damage the headliner edge. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (Crew Cab)Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (Extended Cab) .
- Protect the following parts from broken glass, seats and carpeting.
- Using the appropriate tool, carefully cut the lace from around the window in order to access the urethane adhesive.
- This will allow the urethane to be separated from the window.
- Leave a base of urethane on the pinchweld flange.
- The only suitable lubrication is clean water.
- Use commercially available glass cutting tool.
With an assistant, remove the rear window (2) ensuring that the locator pins (1) stay in place for reinstalling.
WARNING:
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.
NOTE:
Before cutting out a stationary window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
NOTE:
Use care when removing the window not to cut off the locator pins in the left and right upper corners. If the locating pins are cut off it will be necessary to use masking tape to tape the window in place until the urethane cures.