Windshield Glass: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Mariner and 2010 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the LH and RH A-pillar trim panels. For additional information, refer to A-PILLAR TRIM PANEL .
- Remove the 2 windshield side garnish moldings.
- Open the front overhead console door, remove the 2 screws and the overhead console.
- If equipped, disconnect the electrical connector.
- Remove the interior rear view mirror. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR REAR VIEW MIRROR .
- Remove the LH and RH sun visors and visor clips.
- If equipped, disconnect the electrical connectors.
- Partially lower the front portion of the headliner and block with a suitable material.
- Remove the cowl panel grille. For additional information, refer to COWL PANEL GRILLE .
- Before cutting the urethane adhesive, remove dirt and other foreign material from the windshield pinch weld area.
- Use a clean shop towel or oil-free, compressed air.
- Lubricate the urethane adhesive with water to aid the Deluxe Windshield Removal Tool when cutting.
- Insert the Deluxe Windshield Removal Tool at the upper center of the windshield glass and work toward the bottom corners.
- Using The Pumper, distance the windshield glass from the body.
- Using the Deluxe Windshield Removal Tool, cut the remaining urethane adhesive and remove the windshield glass.
- Using a soft brush or vacuum, remove any foreign material or dirt from the pinch weld.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection when servicing a vehicle. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Wear protective gloves when handling components or parts that have pointed or sharp edges. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
NOTE:
To avoid rust formation, use extreme care not to scratch the paint or primer or otherwise damage the pinch weld during glass removal.
NOTE:
Insert the blade into the Deluxe Windshield Removal Tool so that the flat side is against the glass. This will leave the entire urethane adhesive bead on the pinch weld and allow a dry fit of the replacement windshield glass.