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Removal Procedure

    Fig 1: View Of Windshield Weatherstrip
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  1. Remove the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement in Body Front End.
  2. Remove the inside rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement .
  3. Remove the weatherstrip around the windshield.
  4. Fig 2: Identifying J 24402-A Adhesive Cutter
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  5. Using the J 24402-A  (1), cut the adhesive around the windshield. See Special Tools .
  6. Fig 3: Removing Rear Window Adhesive With Knife
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  7. Remove the windshield from the vehicle.
  8. Using a knife, remove the adhesive from the windshield.
  9. Using a knife, remove the adhesive from the windshield frame.