When Using Piano Wire

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Subaru Impreza. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the front pillar trim RH, and disconnect the wiper deicer connector. (Model with wiper deicer)
Remove the cowl panel. <Ref. to REMOVAL , Cowl Panel . >
Remove the glass molding.
Tape the body side of the circumference of windshield glass for protection.
Make a hole in the adhesive part using drill or cutter knife.
Pass the piano wire through the hole, and attach both the wire ends securely to pieces of wood.

Fig 1: Removing Roof Molding And Upper Front Molding
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Pull the wire ends alternately to cut off the adhesive part.
CAUTION:
- Do not tightly pull the piano wire against the windshield glass edge.
- Be careful not to damage interior and exterior parts.
- When removal is made with area close to instrument panel, place a protection plate over it. Pay particular attention to the removal.
- Do not cross piano wires. Otherwise they may be cut.