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Rear Window Glass Removal: Notes

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  1. Remove the following parts:
    1. Rear seat (See REAR SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
    2. Tire house trim (See TIRE HOUSE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
    3. Rear pillar trim (See REAR PILLAR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
    4. Rear package trim (See REAR PACKAGE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  2. Remove the nut.
  3. Disconnect the antenna and the filament connectors.
  4. Apply protective tape along the edge of the body.
    Fig 1: Removing Connector Filament
    G01344293Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. Cut the rear window molding lip using a razor.
    Fig 2: Locating Sections Of Window Molding Lip
    G01344294Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.