Note: Before cutting out a stationary window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
- Open the bonnet.
- Remove the windscreen wiper arms and blades. Refer to
Windscreen Wiper Arm Replacement : Short Body .
- Remove the air inlet grille. Refer to
Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement : Short Body .
- Remove the interior windscreen pillar garnish mouldings. Refer to
Windscreen Pillar Garnish Moulding Replacement : Long Body → Short Body .
- Remove the rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement .
Warning: Refer to Defroster Outlet Warning in the Preface section.
- Cover the following parts to protect from broken glass:
| • | Demister outlets and A/C outlets |
Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning in the Preface section.
- Using a utility knife, carefully cut the lace (1) from the sides and the top edge of the window to access the urethane adhesive bead, if equipped.
Note: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.
- Remove the window from the urethane adhesive.
| • | Leave a base of urethane approximately 2 mm (0.078 in) on the pinch-weld flange. |
| • | The only suitable lubrication is clear water. |
| • | BO-24402-A Glass Sealant Remover (Cold Knife) . |
| • | BO-39032 Stationary Glass Removal Tool , or equivalent in order to remove the window. |
Note: Keep the cutting edge of the knife/tool against the window. Do this from inside the vehicle.
- If necessary, use a long utility knife or similar tool to remove the bottom corners of the windscreen from the urethane adhesive.
- With the aid of an assistant (2), remove the windscreen (1) from the vehicle.
