Window Glass - Liftgate, 3-Door/5-Door: Removal

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. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

Remove the 2 screws and the high mounted stop lamp.
- Disconnect the electrical connector.
If equipped, remove the parcel shelf.
Remove the rear window wiper motor. For additional information, refer to WIPERS AND WASHERS .
Remove the rear window wiper motor spindle grommet.
1. Remove the sleeve.
2. Remove the grommet.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Sleeve And Grommet
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the parcel shelf strap clips on both sides.

Fig 2: Removing Parcel Shelf Strap Clips
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the liftgate center trim panel.
Remove the liftgate side trim panels on both sides.
Disconnect the 2 heated liftgate window glass electrical connectors.

CAUTION: Make sure the cutting blades are changed where the cutting depth changes to avoid damage to the body and trim panels.

NOTE: Some resistance may be encountered when cutting through the glass locating pegs in the lower corners of the glass.

NOTE: Lubricate the urethane adhesive with water to aid the special tool when cutting the urethane adhesive.

Using the special tool, place the flat side of the knife against the liftgate window glass. Start at the top center and work out and down the pillars to the lower corners cutting to the given maximum depths:
1. 20 mm (0.78 in)
2. 50 mm (1.96 in)
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Liftgate Window Glass Maximum Depth
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the liftgate window glass.
Using a soft brush or vacuum, remove any dirt or foreign material from the pinch weld.
Remove the remaining part of the locating pegs from the liftgate window glass flange.