Rear Window

Removal

CAUTION:
•   Wear gloves to remove and Install the glass.
•   Do not damage the defroster grid lines.

1. To remove the rear glass, first remove:
•   Trunk lid (page 20-80)
•   Rear seat back (page 20-64)
•   Rear shelf (page 20-59)
•   Rear pillar trim panel (page 20-59)
2. Disconnect the defroster leads, and remove their holders.

NOTE: Avoid scratching or scoring the glass with the cutter blade.
3. Remove the clips, then remove the lower cover. NOTE: Use a clip remover to remove the clips.

4. Peel off the molding.

NOTE: When molding removal is difficult, cut the molding with a knife.

5. Pull down the rear of the headliner (page 20-57).

CAUTION: Take care not to bend the headliner excessively.

6. Apply protective tape along the edge of the body next to the glass as shown.
Using an awl, make a hole through the glass adhesive from inside the car. Push piano wire through the hole and wrap each end around a piece of wood.