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Windshield Glass: Removal

  1. REMOVE COOL AIR INTAKE DUCT SEAL  (See REMOVAL )
  2. REMOVE HOOD HINGE COVER (for LH Side)  (See REMOVAL )
  3. REMOVE HOOD HINGE COVER (for RH Side)  (See REMOVAL )
  4. REMOVE ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER LH  (See REMOVAL )
  5. REMOVE ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER RH  (See REMOVAL )
  6. REMOVE FRONT WIPER ARM AND BLADE ASSEMBLY LH  (See REMOVAL )
  7. REMOVE FRONT WIPER ARM AND BLADE ASSEMBLY RH  (See REMOVAL )
  8. REMOVE COWL TOP VENTILATOR LOUVER SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    NOTE: When removing the cowl top ventilator louver sub-assembly, hold the front fender to cowl side seals by hand to prevent them from coming off the windshield. The front fender to cowl side seals are attached to the windshield with double-sided tape. Once the front fender to cowl side seals come off, the adhesion of the tape is reduced. The double-sided tape is not available as a supply part. If the tape loses its adhesion, it is necessary to apply new high-heat resistant double-sided tape and install the front fender to cowl side seals to the windshield (see REMOVAL ).
  9. REMOVE SLIDING ROOF SIDE GARNISH LH (for Glass Roof)  (See REMOVAL ).
  10. REMOVE SLIDING ROOF SIDE GARNISH RH (for Glass Roof)  (See REMOVAL ).
  11. REMOVE NO. 1 SLIDING ROOF GLASS SUB-ASSEMBLY (for Glass Roof)  (See REMOVAL ).
  12. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL 
  13. REMOVE INNER REAR VIEW MIRROR STAY HOLDER COVER  (See REMOVAL )
  14. REMOVE INNER REAR VIEW MIRROR ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  15. REMOVE RAIN SENSOR COVER (w/ Rain Sensor)  (See REMOVAL )
  16. REMOVE RAIN SENSOR (w/ Rain Sensor)  (See REMOVAL )
  17. REMOVE RAIN SENSOR TAPE (w/ Rain Sensor) 

    HINT:

    This step should be performed only when the rain sensor tape needs to be replaced (see REMOVAL ).

  18. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH  (See REMOVAL ).
  19. REMOVE FRONT DOOR OPENING TRIM COVER LH  (See REMOVAL ).
  20. REMOVE SIDE INSTRUMENT PANEL LH  (See REMOVAL ).
  21. REMOVE FRONT PILLAR GARNISH LH  (See REMOVAL ).
  22. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE RH  (See REMOVAL ).
  23. REMOVE FRONT DOOR OPENING TRIM COVER RH  (See REMOVAL ).
  24. REMOVE SIDE INSTRUMENT PANEL RH  (See REMOVAL ).
  25. REMOVE FRONT PILLAR GARNISH RH  (See REMOVAL ).
  26. REMOVE ROOF CONSOLE BOX ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL ).
  27. REMOVE VISOR BRACKET COVER  (See REMOVAL ).
  28. REMOVE VISOR ASSEMBLY LH  (See REMOVAL ).
  29. REMOVE VISOR ASSEMBLY RH  (See REMOVAL ).
  30. REMOVE VISOR HOLDER  (See REMOVAL ).
  31. REMOVE ASSIST GRIP SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL ).
  32. REMOVE ROOF HEADLINING ASSEMBLY (for Standard) 

    It is not necessary to completely remove the roof headlining assembly. Slightly lower the front section of the roof headlining assembly so that the windshield glass can be removed (See REMOVAL ).

  33. REMOVE ROOF HEADLINING ASSEMBLY (for Glass Roof) 

    It is not necessary to completely remove the roof headlining assembly. Slightly lower the front section of the roof headlining assembly so that the windshield glass can be removed (See REMOVAL ).

  34. REMOVE WINDSHIELD MOULDING OUTSIDE (for Standard) 
    1. Using a knife, cut off the moulding, as shown in the illustration.
      NOTE:
      • Do not damage the vehicle body with the knife.
      • If the vehicle body is damaged, repair the damaged portion by applying an anti-rust coating after removing the windshield glass.
    2. Remove the remaining moulding from the windshield glass.

      HINT:

      When removing the moulding, make a partial cut, then pull and remove it by hand.

      Fig 1: Identifying Windshield Glass Moulding
      G05253611Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  35. REMOVE WINDSHIELD MOULDING OUTSIDE UPPER (for Glass Roof) 
    1. Using a knife, cut off the moulding, as shown in the illustration.
      NOTE:
      • Do not damage the vehicle body with the knife.
      • If the vehicle body is damaged, repair the damaged portion by applying an anti-rust coating after removing the windshield glass.
    2. Remove the remaining moulding from the windshield glass

      HINT:

      When removing the moulding, make a partial cut, then pull and remove it by hand.

      Fig 2: Identifying Windshield Glass Moulding
      G05253612Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  36. REMOVE WINDSHIELD MOULDING OUTSIDE LH (for Glass Roof) 
    1. Using a knife, cut off the moulding, as shown in the illustration.
      NOTE:
      • Do not damage the vehicle body with the knife.
      • If the vehicle body is damaged, repair the damaged portion by applying an anti-rust coating after removing the windshield glass.
    2. Remove the remaining moulding from the windshield glass.

      HINT:

      When removing the moulding, make a partial cut, then pull and remove it by hand.

      Fig 3: Identifying Windshield Glass Moulding
      G05837951Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  37. REMOVE WINDSHIELD MOULDING OUTSIDE RH (for Glass Roof) 
    1. Using a knife, cut off the moulding, as shown in the illustration.
      NOTE:
      • Do not damage the vehicle body with the knife.
      • If the vehicle body is damaged, repair the damaged portion by applying an anti-rust coating after removing the windshield glass.
    2. Remove the remaining moulding from the windshield glass.

      HINT:

      When removing the moulding, make a partial cut, then pull and remove it by hand

      Fig 4: Identifying Windshield Glass Moulding
      G05253614Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  38. REMOVE WINDSHIELD GLASS ASSEMBLY 
    NOTE:
    • There are No. 1 and No. 2 stoppers on the windshield glass as shown in the illustration. Be careful not to damage the windshield glass when cutting off the adhesive.
    • To prevent the windshield glass from dropping when performing this operation, be sure to hold the windshield glass using suction cups.

    HINT:

    Depending on vehicles, a 1-piece or 2-piece type stopper is used

    Fig 5: Identifying 1-Piece Or 2-Piece Type Stopper
    G05253615Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    1. Apply protective tape to the installation position of the windshield glass assembly on the vehicle body.

      HINT:

      Apply protective tape to the installation surface to prevent it from being scratched.

      Fig 6: Applying Protective Tape To Installation Position Of Windshield Glass Assembly
      G05253616Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Pass a piano wire between the vehicle body and glass from the interior
    3. Tie both wire ends to wooden blocks or similar objects.
    4. Cut off the adhesive by pulling the piano wire around the windshield glass.
      NOTE:
      • When separating the windshield glass, take care not to damage the paint or the interior and exterior ornaments.
      • To prevent the safety pad from being scratched when removing the windshield glass, place a plastic sheet between the piano wire and safety pad.
        Fig 7: Identifying Piano Wire Between Vehicle Body And Glass
        G05253617Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    5. Place matchmarks on the windshield glass and vehicle body on the locations indicated in the illustration

      HINT:

      Matchmarks do not need to be placed if the windshield glass is not going to be reused

    6. Using a suction cup, remove the windshield glass assembly
      NOTE:
      • Be careful not to drop the windshield glass.
      • Leave as much adhesive on the vehicle body as possible when removing the windshield glass.
        Fig 8: Identifying Matchmarks On Windshield Glass And Vehicle Body
        G05253629Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  39. REMOVE WINDOW GLASS ADHESIVE DAM 
    1. Using a scraper, remove the adhesive dam
      NOTE:
      • Be careful not to damage the windshield glass.
      • Be sure to replace the adhesive dam with a new one.
  40. REMOVE NO. 2 WINDSHIELD GLASS STOPPER 
    1. Using a scraper, remove the 2 No. 2 stoppers.
      NOTE:
      • Be careful not to damage the windshield glass.
      • Be sure to replace the No. 2 stoppers with new ones.
  41. REMOVE WINDSHIELD GLASS RETAINER 
    1. Using a scraper, remove the 2 retainers.
      NOTE:
      • Be careful not to damage the windshield glass.
      • Be sure to replace the retainers with new ones.
  42. REMOVE NO. 1 WINDSHIELD GLASS STOPPER (for 2-piece Type) 
    1. Remove the 2 No. 1 stoppers.
      NOTE: Be sure to replace the No. 1 stoppers with new ones.
      Fig 9: Identifying No. 1 Stoppers
      G05253619Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  43. CLEAN WINDSHIELD GLASS 
    1. Using a scraper, remove the adhesive tape and adhesive sticking to the windshield glass.
      NOTE: Be careful not to damage the windshield glass.
    2. Clean the outer circumference of the windshield glass with a non-residue solvent.
      NOTE:
      • Do not touch the windshield glass surface after cleaning it.
      • Even if using a new windshield glass, clean the windshield glass with a non-residue solvent.
        Fig 10: Removing Adhesive Tape And Adhesive Sticking To Windshield Glass
        G05014930Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  44. CLEAN VEHICLE BODY 
    1. Clean and shape the contact surface of the vehicle body.
      1. Using a knife, cut away any rough adhesive on the contact surface of the vehicle body to ensure the appropriate surface shape.
        NOTE: Be careful not to damage the vehicle body.

        HINT:

        Leave as much adhesive on the vehicle body as possible.

      2. Clean the contact surface of the vehicle body with a piece of cloth saturated with cleaner.

        HINT:

        Even if all the adhesive has been removed, clean the vehicle body.

        Fig 11: Identifying Adhesive Area
        G05014931Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
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