Removal and Installation: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the front pillar garnish.
Remove inside mirror. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
Partially remove the headlining (front edge).
Remove the front wiper arms. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION FOR FRONT WIPER ARMS .
Remove roof side molding.
Remove right and left front fender covers.
Remove cowl top cover.
Apply a protective tape around the windshield glass to protect the painted surface from damage.

After removing moldings, remove glass using piano wire or power cutting tool and an inflatable pump bag.
If a windshield glass is to be reused, mark the body and the glass with mating marks.

WARNING: When cutting the glass from the vehicle, always wear safety glasses and heavy gloves to help prevent glass splinters from entering your eyes or cutting your hands.

CAUTION:

When a windshield glass is to be reused, do not use a cutting knife or power cutting tool.
Be careful not to scratch the glass when removing.
Do set or stand glass on its edge. Small chips may develop into cracks.

Fig 1: Removing Windshield Glass
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.