Removal Procedure

Remove the upper quarter trim panel. Refer to Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement .

WARNING: If a window is cracked but still intact, crisscross the window with masking tape in order to reduce the risk of damage or personal injury.

WARNING: If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be blown into the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.

NOTE: Before cutting out a quarter window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.

Cover to protect the following parts from broken glass:
1. Upper dash pad
2. Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
3. Seats and carpeting

WARNING: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning .

Fig 1: View Of Urethane Adhesive

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NOTE: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.

This will allow the urethane adhesive to be separated from the window.
- Leave a base of urethane on the pinchweld flange.
- The only suitable lubrication is clear water.
- Use J 24402-A , J 39032 or equivalent in order to remove the window. See Special Tools .

Fig 2: Exploded View Of Quarter Window Retainer-Male Ends, Window, & Quarter Window Retainer-Female Ends

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Gently unseat the quarter window retainer-male ends (1) on the window (3) from the quarter window retainer-female ends (2) on the body.
Use suction cups in order to lift the quarter window (3) from the opening.