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Windshield Glass: Removal

  1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL 
    CAUTION: Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner activation.
  2. REMOVE FRONT DOOR OPENING TRIM WEATHERSTRIP LH 
  3. REMOVE FRONT DOOR OPENING TRIM WEATHERSTRIP RH 
  4. REMOVE FRONT PILLAR GARNISH LH (See  REMOVAL  ) 
  5. REMOVE FRONT PILLAR GARNISH RH (See  REMOVAL  ) 
  6. REMOVE VISOR ASSEMBLY LH (See  REMOVAL  ) 
  7. REMOVE VISOR ASSEMBLY RH (See  REMOVAL  ) 
  8. REMOVE ASSIST GRIP SUB-ASSEMBLY (See  REMOVAL  ) 
  9. REMOVE VISOR HOLDER LH (See  REMOVAL  ) 
  10. REMOVE VISOR HOLDER RH (See  REMOVAL  ) 
  11. REMOVE MAP LIGHT ASSEMBLY (See  REMOVAL  ) 
  12. REMOVE ROOF HEADLINING ASSEMBLY 
    1. Slightly lower the front section of the roof headlining (see REMOVAL ).

      HINT:

      It is not necessary to completely remove the roof headlining.

  13. REMOVE INNER REAR VIEW MIRROR ASSEMBLY (See  REMOVAL  ) 
  14. REMOVE FRONT WIPER ARM HEAD CAP 
  15. REMOVE FRONT WIPER ARM LH (See  REMOVAL  ) 
  16. REMOVE FRONT WIPER ARM RH (See  REMOVAL  ) 
  17. REMOVE COWL TOP VENTILATOR LOUVER LH (See  REMOVAL  ) 
  18. REMOVE COWL TOP VENTILATOR LOUVER RH (See  REMOVAL  ) 
  19. REMOVE HOOD TO COWL TOP SEAL (See  REMOVAL  ) 
  20. REMOVE FRONT FENDER TO COWL SIDE SEAL LH 
    1. Using a heat light, heat the installation surfaces of the seal.

      Standard heating temperature: 20 to 30°C (68 to 86°F) 

      NOTE: Do not heat the seal and body excessively.
    2. Remove the seal.
  21. REMOVE FRONT FENDER TO COWL SIDE SEAL RH 
    Fig 1: Identifying Double Sided Tape
    G04158998Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

    HINT:

    Use the same procedures described for the LH side.

  22. REMOVE WINDSHIELD MOULDING OUTSIDE 
    1. Using a knife, cut off the windshield molding outside.
      NOTE: Be careful not to damage the vehicle body with the knife.
    2. Remove the remaining molding.
      Fig 2: Removing Windshield Molding Outside
      G04158999Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      HINT:

      Make a partial cut in the molding. Then pull and remove it by hand.

  23. REMOVE WINDSHIELD GLASS 
    1. Apply protective tape to the outer surface of the vehicle body to prevent scratches.
      Fig 3: Applying Protective Tape To Outer Surface Of Vehicle Body
      G04159000Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. From the interior, insert a piano wire between the vehicle body and glass as shown in the illustration.
    3. Tie objects that can serve as handles (for example, wooden blocks) to all wire ends.
      Fig 4: Inserting Piano Wire Between Vehicle Body And Glass
      G04159001Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      NOTE:
      • When separating the glass from the vehicle, be careful not to damage the vehicle's paint or interior/exterior ornaments.
      • To prevent the instrument panel from being scratched when removing the glass, place a plastic sheet between the piano wire and instrument panel.
    4. Place matchmarks over the glass and vehicle body on the locations indicated in the illustration.

      HINT:

      Matchmarks do not need to be placed if not reusing the glass.

    5. Cut through the adhesive by pulling the piano wire around the glass.
      NOTE: Leave as much adhesive on the vehicle body as possible when cutting through the adhesive.
    6. Disengage the stoppers.
    7. Using suction cups, remove the glass.
      Fig 5: Placing Matchmarks Over Glass And Vehicle Body
      G04159002Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
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