Reusing Windshield

NOTE:

Before removing the windshield from the body, mark the position of the windshield by affixing tape to the windshield and body panel.

Make a hole through the sealant from the inside of the vehicle using an awl, avoiding the pins.

Fig 1: Identifying Pin
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Pass the piano wire, cut to sufficient length, through the hole.
WARNING:
- Using the piano wire with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves when using the piano wire.
Fig 2: Identifying Piano Wire, Protective Tape And Sealant
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Wind each end of the piano wire around a bar.
NOTE:
- Use a long sawing action to spread the work over the whole length of the piano wire to prevent it from breaking due to localized heating.
Fix one end of the piano wire, and while pulling the other end, cut the sealant around the windshield.
NOTE:
- As the upper part of the pin adheres to the sealant, cut it using the piano wire.
Fig 3: Cutting Sealant Around Windshield Using Piano Wire
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Cut the pins out.
Remove the windshield.
Mark the seating positions of the pins and remove the pins from the windshield.
Remove the windshield molding from the windshield.

Fig 4: Identifying Pin Cutting Line

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