Removal and Installation: Removal

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Remove inside mirror. Refer to "UNIT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".
Partially remove the headlining (front edge). Refer to "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".
Remove cowl top extension. Refer to "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".
Remove glass using piano wire or power cutting tool (A) and an inflatable pump bag (B).

Fig 1: Removing Glass Using Piano Wire Or Power Cutting Tool
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- If the windshield glass is to be reused, mark the body and the glass with matching 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:

Be careful not to scratch the glass when removing.
Do not set or stand glass on its edge. Small chips may develop into cracks.
Apply a protective tape around the windshield glass to protect the painted surface from damage.