When Using Windshield Glass Knife

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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.
Apply sufficient amount of soapy water to the adhesive part.
Make a slit using a cutter knife to make it easier to insert the windshield glass knife.
Insert the windshield glass knife into the adhesive.
While holding the knife so that the blade is perpendicular to the front windshield and the edge of the glass, cut the adhesive all along the edge of the front glass.
NOTE:
- Do not twist the windshield glass knife.
- Cutting of adhesive part shall be started with wider gap between windshield glass and body.
- The locating pins are bonded to the corners of glass. Use piano wire to disconnect the pins.
Fig 1: Cutting Adhesive From Windshield Glass And Body
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Fig 2: Identifying Body Panel And Windshield Glass
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