- Remove the upper quarter trim panel. Refer to
Rear Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement
in Interior Trim.
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.
Caution: If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be blown into
the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.
Important: Before cutting out a quarter window, apply a double layer of masking tape
around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
- Cover to protect the following parts from broken glass:
2.2. | Defroster outlets and A/C outlets |
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: 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. |
- Gently
unseat the quarter window retainer-male ends (1) on the window (4)
from the quarter window retainer-female ends (2) on the body.
- Use suction cups in order to lift the quarter window (4) from the
opening.