Windshield Glass: Removal

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

Remove the interior rear view mirror. For additional information, refer to REAR VIEW MIRRORS .
Remove the instrument defroster opening grille assembly.
- Disconnect the electrical connector.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Instrument Defroster Opening Grille Assembly
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the RH and LH windshield side garnish mouldings.

Fig 2: Removing RH And LH Windshield Side Garnish Mouldings
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the sun visor and clips.
1. Remove the screws.
2. Remove the visor.
  - Disconnect the electrical connector.
3. Remove the clips.
  
  Fig 3: Removing Sun Visor And Clips
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
If equipped, remove the overhead console. For additional information, refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONSOLE .
Lower the front portion of the headliner.
Remove the cowl grille. For additional information, refer to FRONT END BODY PANELS .

CAUTION: Care must be taken to avoid scratching the pinch weld.

NOTE: Lubricate the existing adhesive with water to aid the special tool while cutting.

Fig 4: Cutting Adhesive

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Using the special tool, start at the top center of the windshield and cut the adhesive away from the glass working down the sides.
Using the special tool, distance the windshield glass from the body.

Fig 5: Separating Windshield Glass From Body
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Using the special tool, cut the remaining adhesive and remove the windshield glass.

Fig 6: Cutting Adhesive
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Using a soft brush or vacuum, remove any dirt or foreign material from the pinch weld.