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 and blades.
3. Remove the air inlet grille.
4. Remove the windshield garnish moldings.
5. Remove the rearview mirror. Refer to Rearview Mirror Replacement .
   CAUTION: If broken glass falls Into the defroster outlets, It can be blown Into the passenger compartment and cause personal Injury.
6. Cover to protect the following parts from broken glass:
   1. 6.1. Upper dash pad.
   2. 6.2. Defroster outlets and A/C outlets.
   3. 6.3. Seats and carpeting.

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

Fig 1: Windshield Reveal Molding
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7. If the windshield reveal molding (1) is stretched or damaged it can not be reused.
8. Remove the windshield reveal molding (1). Refer to Windshield Reveal Molding Replacement .

   Grasp the lower corner of the windshield reveal molding by hand and slowly pull the reveal molding away from the windshield. 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.

   Fig 2: Using A Utility Knife To Cut Around Windshield

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9. Remove the lower windshield supports (1) from the cowl panel, if equipped.
   Fig 3: Lower Windshield Support

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

10. This will allow the urethane adhesive to be separated from the window.
    • Leave a base of urethane on the pinch-weld flange.
    • The only suitable lubrication is clear water.
    • Use J 24402-A, J 39032  or equivalent in order to remove the window.
    Fig 4: Removing Window Using J 24402-A

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11. Remove the windshield (1) from the vehicle with the aid of an assistant (2).
    Fig 5: Removing Windshield

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