Repair Procedures: Removal

CAUTION:

NOTE:

Remove both sides of the front pillar trim.
(Refer to "FRONT PILLAR TRIM ")
Remove both sides of the A pillar garnish.
(Refer to "A PILLAR GARNISH ")
Remove the cowl top cover.
(Refer to "COWL TOP COVER ")
Remove the inside rear view mirror assembly.
(Refer to "INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR ")
Remove the LDWS unit if necessary.
Cut out the adhesive using a utility knife (A).
Information
- Use a utility knife with blade length of 8-12 inches.
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Cut off the sealant on the edge (B) by pulling the piano wire (A) to the left and right.

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If the piano wire (A) is visible from the chassis, push it into the edges.

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Cut off the sealant on (A-A), (B-B) and (C-C) by pulling the piano wire (A) to the left and right.
CAUTION:
- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Be careful not to burn your hands as friction heat may be generated while working on the wires.
- Be careful not to disconnect the piano wire.
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Remove the windshield glass (B) carefully using the glass holder (A).

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