Windshield Removal and Installation: Removal

NOTE:  SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations and the precautions and procedures before doing repairs or service.

1. Rearview Mirror - Remove
2. Automatic Lighting/Rain Sensor - Remove (With Automatic Wiper)
3. Multipurpose Camera Unit - Remove (For Some Models)
4. Both A-Pillar Trims - Remove
5. Cowl Cover - Remove
6. Headliner - Lower
7. Windshield - Remove

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   1. Remove the windshield molding (A), the windshield side moldings (B), and the windshield lower molding (C) from the edge of the windshield (D). If necessary, cut off the molding with a utility knife. 2. If the original windshield will be reinstalled, make the alignment marks across the windshield and the body with a grease pencil.

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   3. Apply the protective tape along the edge of the dashboard and the body. Make a hole with an awl or similar tool through the adhesive (A) from inside the vehicle at a corner of the windshield (B). Push a piece of piano wire (C) through the hole, and wrap each end around a piece of wood. 4. With a helper on the outside, pull the piano wire back and forth in a sawing motion. Hold the piano wire as close to the windshield as possible to prevent damage to the body and the dashboard. Carefully cut through the adhesive around the entire windshield. 5. Carefully remove the windshield. 6. Scrape smooth the original adhesive with a putty knife until there is a thickness of about 1 mm (0.04 in) - 2 mm (0.08 in) on the bonding surface around the entire windshield opening flange. NOTE:  Do not scrape down to the painted surface of the body; damaged paint will interfere with proper bonding. 7. Clean the body bonding surface with a shop towel dampened with isopropyl alcohol. After cleaning, keep oil, grease, and water from getting on the clean surface. 8. If you are reinstalling the original windshield, scrape off the original adhesive, the clips, and the windshield moldings from the windshield with a putty knife. Clean the bonding surfaces on the inside face and the edge of the windshield with isopropyl alcohol. Make sure the bonding surface is kept free of water, oil, and grease.