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Removal Procedure

    Fig 1: View Of Rear Window Defogger Electrical Connector
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    CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution .
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the rear quarter upper trim panel. Refer to Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement (Sedan) .
  3. Disconnect the rear window defogger electrical connector.
  4. Fig 2: View Of Rear Window Weatherstrip
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  5. Remove the weatherstrip around the rear window.
  6. Fig 3: Cutting Adhesive Using J 24402-A
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  7. Using the J 24402-A  (1), cut the adhesive around the rear window. See Special Tools .
  8. Fig 4: Removing Rear Window Adhesive With Knife
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  9. Remove the rear window from the vehicle.
  10. Using a knife, remove the adhesive from the rear window.
  11. Using a knife, remove the adhesive from the rear window frame.