Removal Procedure

Open the hood.
Remove the windshield wiper arms. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement .
Remove the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement .

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

Cover to protect the following parts from broken glass:
- Upper dash pad
- Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
- Seats and carpeting
Remove the rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement .
Remove the outside moisture sensor. Refer to Windshield Outside Moisture Sensor Replacement .
Remove the interior windshield garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Side Garnish Molding Replacement .

WARNING: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning .

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.

Fig 1: Cutting Window Lace Molding

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Using a utility knife, carefully cut the windshield lace molding (1) in order to access the urethane adhesive bead.

Fig 2: Removing Window

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NOTE: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.

This will allow the urethane adhesive to be separated from the window.
- Leave a base of urethane on the pinchweld flange.
- The only suitable lubrication is clean water.
- Use J 24402-A , J 39032 or equivalent in order to remove the window. See Special Tools .

Fig 3: Separating Bottom Of Window

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Remove the bottom of the window from the urethane adhesive using a long utility knife or similar tool. Keep the cutting edge of the utility knife against the glass. Do this from inside the vehicle.

Fig 4: Removing/Installing Windshield

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Remove the windshield (1) with the an assistant (2) from the vehicle.