Not Reusing Rear Window Glass

NOTE:

For the areas of the sealant that are difficult to cut, use a SST (piano wire) and follow the procedure under "Reusing rear window glass".

Use a tool like that shown, and insert the blade into the sealant.

Fig 1: Cutting Glass Sealant
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Pull through the sealant around the edge of the glass.
Remove the glass.