Removal Procedure
- Open the liftgate.
- Remove the liftgate trim. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Liftgate in Body Rear End.
- Disconnect the electrical connectors from the liftgate window defogger bus bar.
- Cover the following parts to protect from broken glass:
- Upper dash pad
- Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
- Seats and carpeting
- Remove the liftgate window from the urethane adhesive.
- Leave a base of urethane approximately 2 mm (0.078 in) on the pinch-weld flange.
- The only suitable lubrication is clear water.
- Use J 24402-A , J 39032 or equivalent in order to remove the window. See Special Tools .
- With the aid of an assistant, remove the window from the vehicle.
CAUTION:
Refer to Cracked Window Caution
in Cautions and Notices.
IMPORTANT:
Before cutting out a stationary window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
CAUTION:
Refer to Defroster Outlet Caution
in Cautions and Notices.
CAUTION:
Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Caution
in Cautions and Notices.
IMPORTANT:
Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.