Stationary Glass: Glass-Liftgate: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Dodge Magnum, 2006 Dodge Charger, and 2006 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Adhesive Separation

Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.

NOTE: Windshield removal shown, liftgate glass similar.

Before proceeding with the following repair procedure, review all warnings and cautions. (Refer to BODY/STATIONARY GLASS - WARNING)
Remove the liftgate trim panels (Refer to BODY/LIFTGATE/TRIM PANEL - REMOVAL) .
Remove rear window wiper arm, if equipped (Refer to ELECTRICAL/WIPERS/WASHERS/WIPER ARMS - REMOVAL) .
Disconnect the wire connectors from rear window defogger terminals and, rear window mounted radio antenna, if equipped.
Using an assistant and a wire-type windshield cut-out tool (1, 3 and 4), cut and separate the urethane adhesive (2) securing the backlite to the liftgate.
Carefully remove the backlite from the vehicle.