Caution: If a window is cracked but still intact, crisscross the window with
masking tape in order to reduce the risk of damage or personal injury.
Important: Before cutting out a stationary window, apply a double layer of masking
tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
- Remove the rear window garnish moldings. Refer to
Rear Window Garnish Molding Replacement
in
Interior Trim.
Caution: If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be blown into
the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.
- Cover to protect the following parts
from broken glass:
| • | Defroster outlets and A/C outlets |
Caution: Refer to Eye Protection Caution in the Preface section.
Important: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the quarter window. Do this
from inside the vehicle.
- This will allow the urethane adhesive to be separated from the quarter
window.
| • | Leave a base of urethane on the pinchweld flange. |
| • | The only suitable lubrication is clear water. |
- With the aid of an assistant, remove
the window from the opening.