Window Glass - Rear: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Ford Mustang. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the parcel shelf. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION .
- Disconnect the 2 heated rear window electrical connectors.
- Before cutting the urethane adhesive, remove dirt and other foreign material from the rear window glass pinch weld area.
- Use a clean shop towel or oil-free compressed air.
- Lubricate the urethane adhesive with water to aid the Interior Auto Glass Cut-Out Knife Kit when cutting the urethane adhesive.
- Using an appropriate tool (with the luggage compartment lid open approximately 45 degrees), starting at the bottom outboard corner of the rear window glass, cut the urethane adhesive from the glass.
- Using the special tool, distance the rear window glass from the body to cut the remaining adhesive and remove the rear window glass. Place the rear window glass on a stable work surface.
- Using a soft brush or vacuum, clean the pinch weld.
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 rear window glass.
NOTE:
Support the rear window glass as necessary to prevent the glass from dropping while cutting the urethane adhesive.