Not Reusing Windshield

Using the retractable hardtop switch, keep the front roof half-open. (retractable hardtop)

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Disconnect the negative battery terminal. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION .)
Open the convertible top. (convertible top)
Remove the following parts:
1. Wiper arm and blade (See WIPER ARM AND BLADE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
2. Cowl grille (See COWL GRILLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
3. A-pillar trim (See A-PILLAR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
4. Female wedge (See FEMALE WEDGE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
5. Front header trim (See FRONT HEADER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
6. Windshield garnish (See WINDSHIELD GARNISH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
7. A-pillar garnish (See A-PILLAR GARNISH REMOVAL .) (See A-PILLAR GARNISH INSTALLATION .)
8. Sensor cover (with FSC) (See SENSOR COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
9. Forward sensing camera (FSC) (with FSC) (See FORWARD SENSING CAMERA (FSC) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
10. Rain sensor (with auto light/wiper system) (See RAIN SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
11. Rearview mirror (without auto-dimming rearview mirror) (See REARVIEW MIRROR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
12. Auto-dimming rearview mirror (with auto-dimming rearview mirror) (See AUTO-DIMMING REARVIEW MIRROR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Apply protective tape along the edge of the body.
NOTE:
- Overlap and adhere the protective tape to the corners to prevent damage.
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Cut out the sealant all around the glass using a sealant remover.

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NOTE:
- If it is difficult to cut sealant, use piano wire and follow the procedure under "REUSING WINDSHIELD ".
Remove the windshield.