Windshield Glass: Removal

WARNING: To prevent glass splinters from entering the eyes or cutting the hands, wear safety glasses and heavy gloves when cutting the glass from the vehicle.

Remove the cowl panel grilles. For additional information, refer to FRONT END BODY PANELS .
Remove the A-pillar trim panels. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION .
If equipped, remove the overhead console. For additional information, refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONSOLE .
If equipped, remove the interior lamp.
- Disconnect the electrical connectors.
Fig 1: Removing Interior Lamp
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Remove the interior mirror.

Fig 2: Removing Interior Mirror
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Remove the screws and the sun visors.

Fig 3: Removing Sun Visor Screws
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Remove the sun visor retaining clips.
1. Open the covers.
2. Remove the screws.
Fig 4: Removing Sun Visor Retaining Clips
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Partially lower the headliner and place two blocks of suitable material between the headliner and the roof opening to act as spacers.

Fig 5: Placing Spacers Between Headliner And Roof Opening
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CAUTION: Make sure the cutting blades are changed where the cutting depth changes to avoid damage to the body and trim panels.

NOTE: Some resistance may be encountered when cutting through the glass locating pegs in the lower corners of the glass.

NOTE: Lubricate the urethane adhesive with water to aid the special tool when cutting the urethane adhesive. Using the special tool, place the flat side of the knife against the rear glass.

Fig 6: Identifying Dimensions Of Rear Glass For Cutting Adhesive

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Start at the top center and work out and down the pillars to the lower corners to the given maximum depths.
1. 23 mm.
2. 75 mm.
3. 160 mm.
Install the special tool into the top of the windshield glass and inflate. Cut the urethane adhesive from corner to corner along the bottom of the windshield glass.

Fig 7: Cutting Urethane Adhesive From Corner To Corner Along Bottom Of Windshield Glass
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Remove the windshield glass and the windshield weatherstrip.
Using a soft brush or vacuum, remove any dirt or foreign material from the pinch weld.