Removal Procedure

WARNING: When working with any type of glass or sheet metal with exposed or rough edges, wear approved safety glasses and gloves in order to reduce the chance of personal injury.

WARNING: If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be blown into the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.

NOTE: Before cutting out a stationary window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.

Remove the windshield wiper arms. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement .
Remove the air inlet grille assembly. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement .
Remove the interior windshield side garnish panels. Refer to Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement .
Remove the internal rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement .
Remove the exterior windshield garnish mouldings. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement .
Protect the following parts:
- The upper dash pad
- The defroster outlets and A/C outlets
- The seats and carpeting

Fig 1: Identifying J-36020 & Windshield

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NOTE: Use a suitable tool to install the piano wire from J-36020 (1) through the urethane at a upper corner of the windshield (2).

Install J-36020 (1) to the vehicle (3).
Connect the end of the piano wire to the other handle of the J-36020 (2).

Fig 2: View Of J-36020 & Windshield

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NOTE: Keep the inside handle of J-36020 (1) against the windshield (2) and cycle the full length of the piano wire to prevent heat build up.

With the aid of an assistant cut through the urethane bead around the windshield (2) to the vehicle (3).

Fig 3: View Of Windshield

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NOTE: The use of suction cups will aid in the windshield (1) removal from the vehicle (2).

With the aid of an assistant remove the windshield (1) from the vehicle (2).