Removal Procedure

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WARNING: Refer to CRACKED WINDOW CAUTION .

Remove the rear quarter front applique. Refer to REAR DOOR FRAME APPLIQUE REPLACEMENT .

Fig 1: Removing Rear Quarter Window
Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.

NOTE: Before cutting out a quarter window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
Open the liftgate.
Remove the inside garnish molding.
WARNING: Refer to DEFROSTER OUTLET CAUTION .
Cover the following parts to protect from broken glass:
- Upper dash pad
- Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
- Seats and carpeting
  WARNING: Refer to GLASS AND SHEET METAL HANDLING CAUTION .
  NOTE:
  - When cutting out the quarter window use care not to damage the encapsulation around the perimeter of the quarter window. If the encapsulation is damaged, the window must be replaced.
  - Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the quarter window. Do this from inside the vehicle to protect the outer painted surface.
Remove the 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 the J 24402-A, J 39032, or equivalent in order to remove the quarter window.
With the aid of an assistant, remove the window (1) from the vehicle.