Removing Rear Window

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Window Position

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Information 

• The procedure for removing car windows is described in →  6X00IN GENERAL INFORMATION ON REMOVING CAR WINDOWS  . 

1. Extend the spoiler.
2. Switch off ignition and remove remote control (hand-held transmitter).
3. Affix adhesive tape -1-  at the lower left corner of the rear window on the rear lid.
   Fig 2: Identifying Rear Window And Adhesive Tape

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4. Secure electric connectors (from rear window to rear lid).
   1. 4.1. Disconnect electric connectors -2-  .
      Fig 3: Disconnecting Plug Connections

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   2. 4.2. Affix electric connectors securely to the rear window using adhesive tape -1-  .
      Fig 4: Affixing Plug Connections Securely

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5. Secure electric connectors (from rear lid to rear window).
   1. 5.1. Disconnect electric connectors.
   2. 5.2. Affix electric connectors securely to the rear lid using adhesive tape -1-  .
      Fig 5: Affixing Plug Connections Securely

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6. Remove grommet for wiper motor for rear window washer.
   WARNING: Vehicle windows removed and installed incorrectly

   • Danger of cuts
   • Risk of eye injuries

   → Wear personal protective gear.

   → Always shut off power supply when replacing cutting knife.

7. Apply a bead of adhesive from inside out in the area protected by the adhesive tape using the scratch awl.
   Fig 6: Identifying Rear Window Adhesive Tape

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   Information 

   • Make sure not to damage the heated rear window connections when removing the glass with the cutting wire. 
   • Cut up to just before the connection. 
   • Slacken the cutting wire. 
   • Guide the cutting wire past the connection on the inside. 
   Fig 7: Guiding Cutting Wire Past Electric Connection

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   • Counter with an awl. 
     Fig 8: Countering Window Glass With AWL

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   • Make sure that the cutting wire does not press against the electric connection when separating the glass. 
   • Continue separating the window glass. 
8. Remove rear window using the cutting-wire separating device.
   Fig 9: Identifying Rear Window Wire Cutting Position

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