Windshield Glass: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
To prevent glass splinters from entering the eyes or cutting the hands, wear safety glasses and heavy gloves when cutting the glass from the vehicle.
- Remove the cowl vent screen.
- Remove the interior rear view mirror. For additional information, see MIRROR - INTERIOR REAR VIEW .
- Remove the rain sensor module (if equipped). For additional information, see MODULE - RAIN SENSOR .
- Remove the screws and the sun visors.
- Disconnect the electrical connectors.
- Remove the screws and the sun visor clips.
- Remove the LH and RH windshield side garnish moldings. For additional information, see TRIM PANEL - WINDSHIELD SIDE GARNISH MOLDING .
- Partially remove the front door weatherstrip.
- Partially drop the headliner near the windshield glass opening and block with suitable material.
- Disconnect the two heated wiper park grid electrical connectors.
- Remove the instrument panel defroster opening grille assembly.
- Disconnect the electrical connectors.
- Remove the eight screws and the windshield drip moldings.
- Using a soft brush or vacuum, remove dirt and foreign material from the pinch weld.
- 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 and moldings 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 dirt and foreign material from the pinch weld.
CAUTION:
Cover the instrument panel in order to prevent possible damage.
CAUTION:
Care must be used to avoid scratching the pinch weld.
NOTE:
Lubricate the existing urethane adhesive with water to aid the special tool while cutting.
NOTE:
When cutting foam inside, first cut foam dam to access urethane adhesive.