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.
- WARNING:
Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning .
NOTE:Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.
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 .
NOTE:
Keep the cutting edge of the knife/tool against the window. Do this from inside the vehicle.