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Windshield Glass: Removal

  1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL 
  2. REMOVE FRONT WIPER ARM AND BLADE ASSEMBLY LH  (See REMOVAL )
  3. REMOVE FRONT WIPER ARM AND BLADE ASSEMBLY RH  (See REMOVAL )
  4. REMOVE FRONT FENDER TO COWL SIDE SEAL LH  (See REMOVAL )
  5. REMOVE FRONT FENDER TO COWL SIDE SEAL RH  (See REMOVAL )
  6. REMOVE COWL TOP VENTILATOR LOUVER SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  7. REMOVE INNER REAR VIEW MIRROR ASSEMBLY (for TMC Made without EC Mirror)  (See REMOVAL )
  8. REMOVE INNER REAR VIEW MIRROR ASSEMBLY (for TMMK Made without EC Mirror)  (See REMOVAL )
  9. REMOVE INNER REAR VIEW MIRROR STAY HOLDER COVER (w/ EC Mirror)  (See REMOVAL )
  10. REMOVE INNER REAR VIEW MIRROR ASSEMBLY (w/ EC Mirror)  (See REMOVAL )
  11. REMOVE FRONT DOOR OPENING TRIM WEATHERSTRIP LH 
  12. REMOVE FRONT DOOR OPENING TRIM WEATHERSTRIP RH 
  13. REMOVE FRONT PILLAR GARNISH LH  (See REMOVAL )
  14. REMOVE FRONT PILLAR GARNISH RH  (See REMOVAL )
  15. REMOVE ROOF CONSOLE BOX ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  16. REMOVE VISOR ASSEMBLY LH  (See REMOVAL )
  17. REMOVE VISOR ASSEMBLY RH  (See REMOVAL )
  18. REMOVE VISOR HOLDER  (See REMOVAL )
  19. REMOVE FRONT ASSIST GRIP SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  20. REMOVE ROOF HEADLINING ASSEMBLY (w/o Sliding Roof) 

    It is not necessary to completely remove the roof headlining assembly. Slightly lower the front section of the roof headlining assembly so that the windshield glass can be removed (See REMOVAL ).

  21. REMOVE ROOF HEADLINING ASSEMBLY (w/ Sliding Roof) 

    It is not necessary to completely remove the roof headlining assembly. Slightly lower the front section of the roof headlining assembly so that the windshield glass can be removed (See REMOVAL ).

  22. REMOVE WINDSHIELD MOULDING 
    1. Using a knife, cut off the moulding, as shown in the illustration.
      NOTE:
      • Do not damage the vehicle body with the knife.
      • If the vehicle body is damaged, repair the damaged portion by applying an anti-rust coating after removing the windshield glass.
      Fig 1: Identifying Windshield Moulding
      G04981112Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Remove the remaining moulding from the windshield glass.

    HINT:

    When removing the moulding, make a partial cut, then pull and remove it by hand.

  23. REMOVE WINDSHIELD GLASS ASSEMBLY 
    NOTE:
    • There are No. 1 and No. 2 stoppers on the windshield glass as shown in the illustration. Be careful not to damage the windshield glass when cutting off the adhesive.
    • To prevent the windshield glass from dropping when performing this operation, be sure to hold the windshield glass using suction cups.

    HINT:

    Depending on vehicles, a 1-piece or 2-piece type stopper is used.

    Fig 2: Identifying Windshield Glass Assembly
    G04981113Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    1. Apply protective tape to the installation position of the windshield glass assembly on the vehicle body.
      Fig 3: Identifying Protective Tape To Installation Position Of Windshield Glass Assembly On Vehicle Body
      G04981114Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      HINT:

      Apply protective tape to the installation surface to prevent it from being scratched.

    2. Pass a piano wire between the vehicle body and glass from the interior.
      Fig 4: Tying Both Wire Ends To Wooden Blocks
      G04981115Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Tie both wire ends to wooden blocks or similar objects.
    4. Cut off the adhesive by pulling the piano wire around the windshield glass.
      NOTE:
      • When separating the windshield glass, take care not to damage the paint or the interior and exterior ornaments.
      • To prevent the safety pad from being scratched when removing the windshield glass, place a plastic sheet between the piano wire and safety pad.
    5. Place matchmarks on the windshield glass and vehicle body on the locations indicated in the illustration.
      Fig 5: Identifying Matchmarks On Windshield Glass And Vehicle Body
      G04981116Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      HINT:

      Matchmarks do not need to be placed if the windshield glass is not going to be reused.

    6. Using a suction cup, remove the windshield glass assembly.
    NOTE:
    • Be careful not to drop the windshield glass.
    • Leave as much adhesive on the vehicle body as possible when removing the windshield glass.
  24. REMOVE WINDOW GLASS ADHESIVE DAM 
    1. Using a scraper, remove the adhesive dam.
    NOTE:
    • Be careful not to damage the windshield glass.
    • Be sure to replace the adhesive dam with a new one.
  25. REMOVE NO. 2 WINDSHIELD GLASS STOPPER 
    1. Using a scraper, remove the 2 No. 2 stoppers.
    NOTE:
    • Be careful not to damage the windshield glass.
    • Be sure to replace the No. 2 stoppers with new ones.
  26. REMOVE WINDSHIELD GLASS RETAINER 
    1. Using a scraper, remove the 2 retainers.
    NOTE:
    • Be careful not to damage the windshield glass.
    • Be sure to replace the retainer with a new one.
  27. REMOVE NO. 1 WINDSHIELD GLASS STOPPER (for 2-piece Type) 
    1. Remove the 2 No. 1 stoppers.
    NOTE: Be sure to replace the No. 1 stoppers with new ones.
    Fig 6: Identifying No. 1 Stoppers
    G04981117Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  28. CLEAN WINDSHIELD GLASS 
    1. Using a scraper, remove the adhesive tape and adhesive sticking to the windshield glass.
      NOTE: Be careful not to damage the windshield glass.
      Fig 7: Cleaning Back Door Glass
      G04952185Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Clean the outer circumference of the windshield glass with a non-residue solvent.
    NOTE:
    • Do not touch the windshield glass surface after cleaning it.
    • Even if using a new windshield glass, clean the windshield glass with a non-residue solvent.
  29. CLEAN VEHICLE BODY 
    1. Clean and shape the contact surface of the vehicle body.
    1. Using a knife, cut away any rough adhesive on the contact surface of the vehicle body to ensure the appropriate surface shape.
      NOTE: Be careful not to damage the vehicle body.

      HINT:

      Leave as much adhesive on the vehicle body as possible.

      Fig 8: Cutting Adhesive On Contact Surface Of Vehicle Body
      G04981119Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Clean the contact surface of the vehicle body with a piece of cloth saturated with cleaner.

    HINT:

    Even if all the adhesive has been removed, clean the vehicle body.

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