Special Tools

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.

1. Remove the windshield wiper arms. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement.
2. Open the hood.
3. Remove the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement.
4. Remove the windshield frame filler panel. Refer to Upper Front Fender Filler Panel Replacement.
5. Remove the inside rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement.

Warning: Refer to Defroster Outlet Warning in the Preface section.

6. Cover to protect the following parts from broken glass:

•	The upper dash pad

•	The defroster outlets and A/C outlets

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The seats

•	The carpeting

7. Remove the defroster vent grille. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement.
8. Remove the windshield upper garnish moldings. Refer to Upper Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement.

Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning in the Preface section.




9. Using a sharp utility knife, carefully cut the edge of the lace (1) in order to expose the urethane adhesive bead.
10. Apply a double layer of masking tape to the edge of the roof panel and A-pillars.



11. Remove the lower windshield supports (1) from the plenum panel, if equipped.



12. 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.

•	Use J 24402-A , J 39032 or equivalent in order to remove the window.




13. Remove the bottom of the window from the urethane adhesive using a long utility knife or similar tool. Keep the cutting edge of the utility knife against the glass. Do this from inside the vehicle.



14. Remove the windshield (1) from the vehicle with the aid of an assistant (2).

1. Install the stationary window into the opening. Refer to Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows.
2. Install the defroster grille. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement.
3. Install the windshield interior garnish moldings. Refer to Upper Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement.
4. Install the inside rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement.
5. Install the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement.
6. Install the windshield frame filler panel. Refer to Upper Front Fender Filler Panel Replacement.
7. Close the hood
8. Install the windshield wiper arms. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement.
9. Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.