Rear Window Glass Removal

Remove the battery cover. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L3] ).
Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Remove the rear wiper arm and blade. (See REAR WIPER ARM AND BLADE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Remove the liftgate trim. (See LIFTGATE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Remove the rear wiper motor. (See REAR WIPER MOTOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Remove the high-mount brake light. (See HIGH-MOUNT BRAKE LIGHT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Disconnect the filament connector.
Apply protective tape along the edge of the body.
NOTE:
- Overlap and adhere the protective tape to the corners to prevent damage.
  
  Fig 1: Applying Protective Tape Along Edge Of Body
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Insert the SST (piano wire), which has been cut to sufficient length from inside the vehicle.
WARNING:
- Using the SST (piano wire) with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves when using the SST (piano wire).
NOTE:
- Before removing the rear window glass from the body, mark the position of the glass by affixing tape to the glass and body panel.
  
  Fig 2: Inserting SST
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Wind each end of the SST (piano wire) around a bar.
NOTE:
- Use a long sawing action to spread the work over the whole length of the SST (piano wire) to prevent it from breaking due to localized heating.
Secure one end of the SST (piano wire), and while pulling the other end, cut the sealant around the rear window glass.
Remove the rear window glass.
Remove the fasteners from the rear window glass.

Fig 3: Cutting Sealant Around Window Glass
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
NOTE:
- Place alignment marks on the rear window glass before removing the fasteners from the rear window glass.