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: Removal
HINT:
A bolt without a torque specification is shown in the standard bolt chart.
- REMOVE FR WIPER ARM RH (See REMOVAL )
- REMOVE FR WIPER ARM LH (See REMOVAL )
- REMOVE HOOD TO COWL TOP SEAL (See REMOVAL )
- REMOVE COWL TOP VENTILATOR LOUVER LH (See REMOVAL )
- REMOVE COWL TOP VENTILATOR LOUVER RH (See REMOVAL )
- REMOVE FRONT DOOR WEATHERSTRIP RH
- REMOVE FRONT DOOR WEATHERSTRIP LH
- REMOVE FRONT PILLAR GARNISH RH
- REMOVE FRONT PILLAR GARNISH LH
- REMOVE INNER REAR VIEW MIRROR ASSEMBLY (See REMOVAL )
- REMOVE RH VISOR ASSEMBLY (See REMOVAL )
- REMOVE LH VISOR ASSEMBLY
- REMOVE MAP LAMP ASSEMBLY (See REMOVAL )
- REMOVE ASSIST GRIP SUB-ASSEMBLY (See REMOVAL )
- REMOVE VISOR HOLDER (See REMOVAL )
- REMOVE ROOF HEADLINING ASSEMBLY (See INSTALLATION )
- REMOVE WINDSHIELD MOLDING OUTSIDE
- Using a knife, cut off the molding as shown in the illustration.NOTE: Do not damage the vehicle body with the knife.
- Remove the remaining molding.
HINT:
Make a partial cut in the molding.
- Using a knife, cut off the molding as shown in the illustration.
- REMOVE WINDSHIELD GLASS
- From the interior, insert a piano wire between the vehicle body and glass.
HINT:
Apply protective tape to the outer surface of the vehicle body to keep the surface from being scratched.
- Tie both wire ends to wooden blocks or similar objects.NOTE: When separating the glass, take care not to damage the paint and interior/exterior ornaments.
- Cut the adhesive by pulling the piano wire around the glass.
- Using a suction cup, remove the glass.NOTE: Leave as much adhesive on the body as possible when removing the glass.
- From the interior, insert a piano wire between the vehicle body and 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.
