Removal Procedure
- Open the liftgate.
- Remove the liftgate trim. Refer to Liftgate Lower Trim Finish Panel Replacement .
- Disconnect the electrical connectors from the liftgate window defogger bus bar.
- Remove the rear window wiper arm. Refer to Rear Window Wiper Arm Replacement .
- Remove the rear spoiler. Refer to Rear End Spoiler Replacement .
- Cover the following parts to protect from broken glass, seats and carpeting.
- 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, no oils, lubes or soaps.
- Use J 24402-A glass sealant (cold knife) remover, J 39032 stationary glass removal tool or equivalent in order to remove the window.
- If necessary, use a long utility knife or similar tool to remove the bottom corners of the window from the urethane adhesive.
- With an assistant, remove the window (2) from the vehicle. Check that the retainers (1) are still attached to the window before installing.
WARNING:
Refer to Cracked Window Warning .
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.
WARNING:
Refer to Defroster Outlet Warning .
WARNING:
Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning .
NOTE:
Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.
NOTE:
Keep the cutting edge of the knife/tool against the window. Do this from inside the vehicle.