Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Windshield Glass: Replacement
HINT:
Installation is according to the reverse order of the removal.
- REMOVE FR WIPER ARM RH
(See REPLACEMENT )
- REMOVE FR WIPER ARM LH
(See REPLACEMENT )
- REMOVE COWL TOP VENTILATOR LOUVER RH
(See REPLACEMENT )
- REMOVE FRONT DOOR OPENING TRIM WEATHERSTRIP RH
- REMOVE FRONT DOOR OPENING TRIM WEATHERSTRIP LH
- REMOVE FRONT PILLAR GARNISH RH
(See REPLACEMENT )
- REMOVE FRONT PILLAR GARNISH LH
(See REPLACEMENT )
- REMOVE ASSIST GRIP SUB-ASSY
(See REPLACEMENT )
- REMOVE RH VISOR ASSY
(See REPLACEMENT )
- REMOVE LH VISOR ASSY
(See REPLACEMENT )
- REMOVE ROOF CONSOLE BOX ASSY
(See REPLACEMENT )
- REMOVE VISOR HOLDER RH
(See REPLACEMENT )
- REMOVE VISOR HOLDER LH
(See REPLACEMENT )
- REMOVE VANITY LAMP ASSY
(See REPLACEMENT )
- REMOVE INNER REAR VIEW MIRROR ASSY
(See INNER REAR VIEW MIRROR ASSY )
- REMOVE RAIN SENSOR (W/ RAIN SENSOR)
(See RAIN SENSOR )
- REMOVE ROOF HEADLINING ASSY
(See REPLACEMENT )
- REMOVE WINDSHIELD MOULDING OUTER UPPER
- Using a knife, cut off the moulding as shown in the illustration.NOTE: Do not damage the body with the knife.
- Remove the remaining moulding.
HINT:
When removing, make a cut partly, pull and remove it by hand.
- Using a knife, cut off the moulding as shown in the illustration.
- REMOVE WINDSHIELD GLASS
HINT:
There is a case where a 1 -piece type and a 2-piece type of stoppers are installed in a vehicle type.
- Push a piano wire through between the body and glass from the interior.
- Apply protective tape to the outer surface to keep the surface from being scratched.
- Tie both wire ends to wooden blocks or similar objects.NOTE:
- When working around the curtain shield airbag, be careful not to damage the airbag.
- When separating the glass, take care not to damage the paint and interior/exterior ornaments.
- To prevent the piano wire to be cut, do not cross it.
- Cut the adhesive by pulling the piano wire around it.
- Using a suction rubber, remove the glass.
NOTE: Leave as much adhesive on the body as possible when cutting off the glass.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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