2012 Subaru Outback Base, Automatic CVT TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Using Piano Wire

CAUTION:
  • Do not tightly pull the piano wire against the windshield glass edge.
  • Apply protective tape, etc. and be careful not to damage interior and exterior parts.
  • Do not cross piano wires. Otherwise they may be cut.
  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery. (Models with wiper deicer)
  2. Remove the front pillar trim. Refer to UPPER INNER TRIM .
  3. Disconnect the wiper deicer connector. (Models with wiper deicer)
  4. Remove the cowl panel. Refer to COWL PANEL .
  5. Remove the molding from the glass and tape the body side of the circumference of windshield glass for protection.
    Fig 1: Identifying Molding, Body Panel, Adhesive, Windshield Glass And Protective Tape
    G07916364Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Remove the windshield glass.
    1. Using a drill, make a hole in the adhesive part.
    2. Pass the piano wire through the hole, and pull the wire ends alternately to cut off the adhesive part and locating pin.
CAUTION: Attach a piece of wood to both piano wire ends.
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