Windshield Glass: Replacement: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Hyundai Tucson. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

Put on gloves to protect your hands.
Use seat covers to avoid damaging any surfaces.

Remove the following items:
- Inside rear view mirror (See INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR REPLACEMENT ).
- Sunvisors and holders, both sides, overhead console, Grab handles, both sides (See ROOF AREA ).
- Front pillar trim, both sides (see FLOOR AND SIDE AREA ).
- Windshield wiper arms and cowl cover (See WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER ).
Remove the molding (A) from the edge of the windshield (B). If necessary, cut the molding with a utility knife.
Remove the spacer (C).

Fig 1: Locating Spacers
Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
Pull down the front portion of the headliner. Take care not to bend the headliner excessively, or you may crease or break it.
Cut out the sealant using the sealant cutting tool [A(09861-31100)].

Fig 2: Cutting Sealant Using Sealant Cutting Tool
Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
Remove the windshield (A) carefully using the glass holder [B(09861-31100)].

Fig 3: View Of Glass Holder
Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.