Removal Procedure
- Open the liftgate.
- Remove the liftgate lower trim. Refer to Liftgate Lower Trim Finish Panel Replacement .
- Disconnect the electrical connectors from the liftgate window rear defogger.
- 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:
- Upper dash pad
- Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
- Seats and carpeting
- Using a utility knife, carefully cut the lace (1) from the sides and the top edge of the window to access the urethane adhesive bead, if equipped.
- 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 glass sealant 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 the aid of an assistant, remove the window (2) from the vehicle.
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.
NOTE:
If the retainers (1) are cut off when removing the window (2) it will be necessary to tape it in place.