Quarter Window Glass: Removal

Using a screwdriver, remove the roof side inner garnish.

Fig 1: Removing Roof Side Inner Garnish

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1. Insert a piano wire between body and glass and let it pass through.
Fig 2: Using Piano Wire To Cut Glass From Body
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2. Tie both wire ends to wooden blocks or similar objects.
   NOTE: Apply protective tape to the outer surface to keep the surface from being scratched.
   NOTE: When separating the glass, take care not to damage the paint and exterior.
3. Cut the adhesive by pulling the piano wire around it.
   Fig 3: Identifying Locations Of Clips

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   NOTE: Cut the adhesive areas as shown in the illustration, leaving the adhesive where the clips are.
4. Let the piano wire pass as shown in the illustration, cut off the left adhesive around the clips.
   Fig 4: Cutting Adhesive From Around Clips

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   NOTE:

   • Do not damage the glass retainer.
   • When separating the glass, take care not to damage the paint and interior and exterior ornaments.
5. Remove the glass.
   NOTE: Leave of the adhesive on the body as much as possible when cutting off the glass.