Not Reusing Rear Window Glass

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda RX-8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

For the areas of the sealant that are difficult to cut, use the SST (piano wire) and follow the procedure under REUSING REAR WINDOW GLASS .

Cut out the sealant all around the glass using a sealant remover.
Remove the sealant by pulling it off.
Remove the rear window glass.

Fig 1: Removing Rear Window Glass
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.