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Removal Procedure

NOTE: Before cutting out a stationary window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
  1. Open the hood.
  2. Remove the windshield wiper arms and blades. Refer to WINDSHIELD WIPER ARM REPLACEMENT .
  3. Remove the air inlet grille. Refer to AIR INLET GRILLE PANEL REPLACEMENT .
  4. Remove the windshield frame appliques. Refer to WINDSHIELD FRAME APPLIQUE REPLACEMENT .
  5. Remove the interior windshield pillar garnish moldings. Refer to WINDSHIELD UPPER GARNISH MOLDING REPLACEMENT .
  6. Remove the rearview mirror. Refer to INSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR REPLACEMENT .
    Fig 1: Identifying Rearview Mirror
    G05471185Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
    WARNING: Refer to DEFROSTER OUTLET CAUTION .
  7. Cover the following parts to protect from broken glass:
    • Upper dash pad
    • Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
    • Seats and carpeting
    WARNING: Refer to GLASS AND SHEET METAL HANDLING CAUTION .
    Fig 2: Cutting Exposed Reveal Molding
    G05471186Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  8. Using a utility knife, carefully cut the exposed reveal molding (1) from the sides and the top edge of the windshield to access the urethane adhesive bead.
    Fig 3: Removing Window From Urethane Adhesive Using Special Tool
    G05471187Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
    NOTE: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.
  9. Remove the window from the urethane adhesive.
    • Leave a base of urethane approximately 2 mm (0.078 in) on the pinch-weld flange.
    • The only suitable lubrication is clear water.
    • Use J 24402-A, J 39032, or equivalent to remove the window.
    Fig 4: Removing Bottom Corners Of Windshield From Urethane Adhesive
    G05471188Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
    NOTE: Keep the cutting edge of the knife/tool against the window. Do this from inside the vehicle.
  10. If necessary, use a long utility knife or similar tool to remove the bottom corners of the windshield from the urethane adhesive.
    Fig 5: Removing Windshield From Vehicle
    G05471189Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  11. With the aid of an assistant (2), remove the windshield (1) from the vehicle.
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