Windshield Glass: Removal
- Remove the cowl vent screen. For additional information, refer to FRONT END BODY PANELS .
- Remove the 2 A-pillar trim panels. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION .
- Insert a small flat blade screw driver into the slot at the base of the mirror. Hold the mirror and pull the screw driver rearward until the mirror snaps off the interior rear view mirror bracket.
- Remove the defroster opening grille panel. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
- Remove the 6 windshield moulding nuts (3 each side).
- Remove the 2 windshield moulding screws (1 each side).
- Remove the 2 pin-type retainers and remove the 2 windshield mouldings (1 each side).
- Remove the 2 screws, release the center retainer, and remove the windshield header moulding (1 each side).
- Disconnect the audio antenna snap connector.
- Release the wiring harness locators.
- Using a soft brush or vacuum, remove any dirt and foreign material from the pinchweld.
- Using the special tool, starting at the top center of the windshield glass, cut the urethane adhesive away from the glass and work down the sides.
- Remove the windshield glass assembly using a suitable suction tool.
- Remove the dual lock windshield glass stops from the sheet metal frame.
- Using a soft brush or vacuum, remove any dirt and foreign material from the pinch weld.
- Using the special tool, cut the remaining urethane adhesive.
CAUTION:
The interior mirror is a breakaway design. Excessive force in any direction will cause damage to the interior mirror.
CAUTION:
Cover the instrument panel in order to prevent possible damage.
CAUTION:
Care must be taken to avoid scratching the pinch weld.
NOTE:
Lubricate the urethane adhesive with water to aid the special tool while cutting.
NOTE:
Removing the windshield glass requires assistance.