Caution: If a window is cracked but still intact, crisscross the window with
masking tape in order to reduce the risk of damage or personal injury.
Important: Before cutting out a stationary window, apply a double layer of masking
tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
- Disconnect the rear window defogger electrical connector from the rear
window defogger, if equipped.
- Gently pry and remove the quarter upper trim panels (2)
from the vehicle.
Caution: If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be blown into
the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.
- Cover to protect the
following parts from broken glass:
| 3.2. | Defroster outlets and A/C outlets. |
| 3.3. | Seats and carpeting. |
Caution: When working with any type of glass or sheet metal with exposed or rough
edges, wear approved safety glasses and gloves in order to reduce
the chance of personal injury.
Important: The rear window reveal molding fills the cavities between the body and
rear window and can not be reused if stretched or damaged.
- Remove the rear window reveal molding. Refer to
Rear Window Reveal Molding Replacement
- Grasp the upper corner of the rear window reveal molding by hand
and slowly pull the reveal molding away from the rear window.
- If the rear window reveal
molding will not release, use a utility knife in order to cut around the
rear window in order to remove the rear window reveal molding.
Important: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.
- This will allow the urethane adhesive to be separated from the window.
| • | Leave a base of urethane on the pinchweld flange. |
| • | The only suitable lubrication is clear water. |
- With the aid of an assistant,
use the suction cups in order to lift the rear window from the opening.
