Back Door Glass: Removal

REMOVE THESE PARTS: (See DISASSEMBLY )
1. Assist grip plugs
2. Assist grip
3. Inside handle bezel
4. Center back door garnish
5. Back door garnish
REMOVE REAR WIPER ARM (See REMOVAL )
REMOVE BACK WINDOW OUTSIDE MOLDING
Using a knife, cut off the molding as shown.

NOTE: Do not damage the body with the knife.

Fig 1: Removing Back Window Outside Molding
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REMOVE BACK DOOR GLASS
1. Disconnect the connector.
2. Push piano wire through between the body and glass from the interior.
3. Tie both wire ends to wooden blocks or similar object.
  HINT:
  
  Apply protective tape to the outer surface to keep the surface from being scratched.
  
  Fig 2: Removing Back Door Glass
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  NOTE: When separating the glass, take care not to damage the paint and exterior ornaments.
4. Cut the adhesive by pulling the piano wire around it.
5. Remove the glass.
NOTE: Leave as much of the adhesive on the body as possible when cutting off the glass.

Fig 3: Apply Protective Tape To Outer Surface
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