Removal Procedure

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.

1. Remove the rear door trim panels in order to gain access the rear window removal. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT -- REAR DOOR -- LEFT , or to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT -- REAR DOOR -- RIGHT .
   WARNING: If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be blown into the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.
2. Cover to protect the following parts from broken glass:
   • Upper dash pad
   • Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
   • 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 window reveal molding is a one piece molding and fills the cavities between the body and window.

3. If the window reveal molding (1) is stretched or damaged it can not be reused.

   Remove the window reveal molding.

   1. Grasp the lower corner of the window reveal molding by hand and slowly pull the reveal molding away from the window.
   2. If the window reveal molding will not release, use a utility knife in order to cut around the window in order to remove the window reveal molding.
   Fig 1: Removing Window Reveal Molding

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   Important:  Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.

4. This will allow the urethane adhesive to the separated from the window.
   • Leave a base of urethane on the pinchweld flange.
   • The only suitable lubrication is clear water.
   • Use J 24402-A, J 39032  or equivalent in order to remove the window.
   Fig 2: Removing Window

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5. With the aid of an assistant, use the suction cups in order to lift the rear window from the opening.

Fig 3: Lifting Rear Window From Opening

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