Sliding Door Window Glass: Removal

WARNING: To prevent glass splinters from entering eyes or cutting hands, wear safety glasses and heavy gloves when cutting glass from the vehicle.

NOTE: The four door version is shown, the three door version RH sliding door glass is similar.

Remove the sliding door trim panel. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION .
Using a soft brush or vacuum, remove any dirt or foreign material from the pinch weld.

CAUTION: Care must be taken to avoid scratching the pinch weld.

NOTE: Lubricate the existing adhesive with water to aid the special tool while cutting.

Fig 1: Cutting Adhesive From Sliding Door Window Glass

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

CAUTION: Use care to avoid damage to the glass.

NOTE: There are four locator pins on the sliding door window glass that hold the glass in place during assembly.

NOTE: As assistant may be required to avoid damaging the door when the door glass comes loose.

Fig 2: Removing Sliding Door Glass From Sliding Door

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Using the special tool, distance the sliding door glass from the sliding door and discard the glass.
Remove the locator pins from the door skin and discard the pins.
1. Rock the pins back and forth applying pressure to remove the pins.
2. Rotate the pin 90 degrees left or right and remove the pin.
3. Using a suitable tool, cut the head off the pin and retrieve it from the bottom of the door.
  
  Fig 3: Removing Locator Pins From Door Skin
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Using a soft brush or vacuum, remove any dirt and foreign material from the pinch weld.