Windshield Glass: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the windshield wiper pivot arms. For additional information, refer to WIPERS AND WASHERS article.
- Remove the A-pillar trim panel. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION article.
- Remove the sun visors.
- Remove the sun visor clips.
- Lower the front portion of the headliner.
- Remove the interior rear view mirror. For additional information, refer to REAR VIEW MIRRORS article.
- Using a soft brush or vacuum, remove any dirt or foreign material from the pinch weld area.
- Lubricate the urethane adhesive with water to aid the Interior Auto Glass Cut-Out Knife Kit when cutting the urethane adhesive.
- Insert the special tool at the upper center of the windshield glass and work toward the bottom corners.
- Using the special tool, distance the windshield glass from the body.
- Using the special tool, cut the remaining urethane adhesive and carefully remove the windshield glass and place on a stable work surface.
NOTE:
Refer to manufacturer's instructions before using the tool.
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.
CAUTION:
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 special 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.
NOTE:
Support the windshield glass as necessary to prevent the glass from dropping while cutting the urethane adhesive.