Removal Procedure

Important  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. Refer to WIPER ARM REPLACEMENT .
3. Remove the air inlet grille. Refer to AIR INLET GRILLE PANEL REPLACEMENT .
   CAUTION: If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, It can be blown into the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.
4. Cover to protect the following parts from broken glass.
   • Upper dash pad
   • Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
   • Seats and carpeting
     Fig 1: Removing Stationary Window

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5. Remove the windshield reveal molding. Refer to Urethane Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows .
6. Remove the rearview mirror. Refer to Rearview Mirror Replacement (UE1) .
7. Remove the rain sensor. Refer to WINDSHIELD OUTSIDE MOISTURE SENSOR REPLACEMENT .
8. Remove the windshield garnish moldings. Refer to GARNISH MOLDING REPLACEMENT - WINDSHIELD PILL .
   CAUTION: Refer to GLASS & SHEET METAL HANDLING CAUTION .

   Important  The windshield reveal molding (1) is a one piece molding and fills the cavities between the body and windshield (2).

9. If the windshield reveal molding (1) is stretched or damaged it can not be reused.
10. Remove the windshield reveal molding.
    1. 10.1. Grasp the lower corner of the windshield reveal molding by hand and slowly pull the reveal molding away from the windshield.
    2. 10.2. If the windshield reveal molding will not release, use a utility knife in order to cut around the windshield in order to remove the windshield reveal molding.
    3. 10.3. Apply a double layer of masking tape to the body around the entire periphery of the stationary glass.
       Fig 2: Identifying Reveal Molding

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11. Be careful not to damage the lower windshield supports (1) to the cowl panel, if equipped.
    Fig 3: Identifying Lower Windshield Supports

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    Important  Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.

12. 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 cut the urethane beads to remove the window.
      Fig 4: Using J 24402-A

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13. Remove the bottom of the window from the urethane adhesive using a long utility knife or similar tool. Keep the cutting edge of the utility knife against the glass. Do this from inside the vehicle.
14. Remove the windshield from the vehicle with the aid of an assistant.
    Fig 5: Removing Bottom of Window

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