Window Glass - Rear Quarter, 4-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 C-pillar trim panels. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION .
- Using the special tool, place the flat side of the knife against the rear quarter window glass. Start at the top and work towards the corners cutting to the given maximum depths:
- 20 mm (0.78 in)
- 25 mm (0.98 in)
- 45 mm (1.77 in)
- 50 mm (1.96 in)
- 55 mm (2.16 in)
- 70 mm (2.75 in)
- 150 mm (5.9 in)
- Remove the rear quarter window glass.
- Using a soft brush or vacuum, remove any dirt or foreign material from the pinch weld.
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 upper right and lower left corners of the glass.
NOTE:
Lubricate the existing urethane adhesive with water to aid the special tool while cutting.