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Glass - Roof - Fixed - Remove and Replace: Remove

  1. Open all the doors and lower all the windows.
  2. Apply masking tape to protect the paint on the vehicle.
  3. Measure and record the gaps from the fixed roof glass to windshield, body sides, and backlight glass.
    NOTE: The gap measurements are used for the installation of the fixed roof glass.
  4. Prepare the WRD Spider 3 glass removal kit.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • WRD Spider 3 - 1571168-00-A
  5. Secure the line to the starter tool and push the tool through the urethane at the LH rear corner of the fixed roof glass assembly.
    CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the headliner assembly and exterior paint.
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  6. Release the line from the starter tool and wrap the line around the exterior of the fixed roof glass assembly.
    NOTE: Make sure enough length is pulled through the glass.
    NOTE: Verify the line sits underneath the glass
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  7. Attach the anchor point to the interior of the fixed roof glass assembly, and then secure the line to the anchor.
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  8. Secure the interior side of the line to the Spider cutting tool.
    NOTE: Follow the instructions on the Spider tool. Feed the line through the opening of the cutting tool and tie a knot to secure the line in place. If the spindle is not turned the proper direction, the cutting tool will be damaged.
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  9. Secure the Spider cutting tool to the interior side of the fixed roof glass assembly.
    NOTE: Note the orientation of the cutting line. Make sure the line wraps over the large pulley and holds a 90 degree angle.
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  10. Secure the angle driver to the electric drill.
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  11. Turn the spindle on the cutting tool with the drill to start remove the fixed roof glass assembly.
    NOTE: Move the cutting tool as needed, keeping the line close to a 90 degree angle.
    CAUTION: When passing the VIN plate, use the guard to guide the line over the plate to prevent damage.
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  12. Attach suction cups (x2) to each corner of the fixed roof glass.
  13. With an assistant, remove the fixed roof glass from the vehicle.
  14. Remove the suction cups from the fixed roof glass.
  15. Use a scraper to remove old urethane from the body, and then wipe the body to clean the surfaces with isopropyl alcohol wipes.
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