Reusing Rear Window Glass

NOTE:

Before removing the rear window glass from the body, mark the position of the glass by affixing tape to the glass and body panel.

Make a hole through the sealant, avoiding pins, from the inside of the vehicle using an awl.

Fig 1: Locating Pins
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Pass the SST (piano wire) through the hole.

Fig 2: Passing SST (Piano Wire) Through Hole
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WARNING:
- Using the SST (piano wire) with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves when using the SST (piano wire).
Wind each end of the SST (piano wire) around a bar.
NOTE:
- Use a long sawing action to spread the work over the whole length of the SST (piano wire) to prevent it from breaking due to localized heating.
Fix one end of the SST (piano wire), and while pulling the other end, cut the sealant around the rear window glass.

Fig 3: Cutting Sealant Around Rear Window
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Remove the rear window glass.
Remove the pins from the glass.
Remove the rear window molding from the glass.