Removal Procedure
- Remove the high mounted stop lamp. Refer to High Mounted Stop Lamp Replacement in Lighting Systems.
- Remove the lift gate trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Liftgate in Body Rear End.
- Remove the rear wiper motor. Refer to Wiper Motor Replacement - Rear in Wiper/Washer Systems.
- Disconnect the electrical connectors from the rear window defogger bus bars. Position the electrical connectors so not to damage the wiring/connectors when using the urethane power removal tool.
- Apply two 15 cm (6 in) pieces of duct tape to the top and bottom of the glass to prevent it from falling out when the urethane adhesive is cut.
- From the inside of the lift gate, cut the urethane around the glass using a J 39032 .
- With the aid of an assistant, remove the lift gate window from the opening.
CAUTION:
Always wear heavy gloves and safety glasses when handling glass to minimize the risk of injury.
NOTE:
Care must be taken to avoid damaging paint around glass during removal.
IMPORTANT:
Before cutting out a stationary window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and inner trim.
CAUTION:
When using power tools that may create smoke when cutting urethane sealant, work should be done in a well ventilated area and/or with a NIOSH/MSHA Approved air supplied respirator to prevent possible harmful exposure.
When the urethane adhesive is heated enough to give off smoke, high levels of methylene disocyanate (MDI) may be present.
Unprotected exposure to methylene diisocyanate (MDI) may result in severe, chronic, debilitating respiratory problems.
When the urethane adhesive is heated enough to give off smoke, high levels of methylene disocyanate (MDI) may be present.
Unprotected exposure to methylene diisocyanate (MDI) may result in severe, chronic, debilitating respiratory problems.