- Remove the upper quarter trim panel. Refer to
Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement.
Warning: 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.
Warning: If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be blown into the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.
Note: Before cutting out a quarter window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
- Cover to protect the following parts from broken glass:
2.2. | Defroster outlets and A/C outlets |
Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning in the Preface section.
Note: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.
- This will allow the urethane adhesive to be separated from the window.
• | Leave a base of urethane on the pinchweld flange. |
• | The only suitable lubrication is clear water. |
- Gently unseat the quarter window retainer-male ends (1) on the window (3) from the quarter window retainer-female ends (2) on the body.
- Use suction cups in order to lift the quarter window (3) from the opening.