REAR WINDOW GLASS REMOVAL

1. Remove the rear wiper arm and blade.

2. Remove the liftgate lower trim.

3. Apply protective tape along the edge of body to protect it from damage.

Warning

• Using a razor with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves when using a razor.

Note

• The rear window molding is a replacement part.

4. Remove the lip of the rear window molding using a razor.

Not Reusing Rear Window Glass

Note

• For the areas of the sealant that are difficult to cut, use a SST (piano wire) and follow the procedure under "Reusing rear window glass."

1. Use a tool like that shown in the figure, and insert the blade into the sealant.

2. Pull through the sealant around the edge of the glass.

3. Remove the glass.

Reusing Rear Window Glass

Note

• Before removing the rear window glass from the body, mark the position of the rear window glass by affixing tape to the windshield and body panel.

1. Use an awl and make a hole through the sealant, avoiding pins, fasteners, and spacers, from the inside of the vehicle.

Warning

• Using a SST (piano wire) with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves when using a SST (piano wire).

2. Pass the SST (piano wire) through the hole.

3. Wind each end of the wire around a bar.

Note

• Use a long sawing action to spread the work over the whole length of the SST (piano wire) to prevent it from breaking.

4. Working with another person, saw through the sealant around the edge of the glass, being careful not to damage the body.

5. Remove the rear window glass.

6. Remove the pins, spacers, and fasteners.

7. Remove the rear window molding from the rear window glass.