Removal Procedure

WARNING: Refer to CRACKED WINDOW CAUTION .

Remove the rear side quarter front applique. Refer to CENTER PILLAR APPLIQUE REPLACEMENT .
NOTE: Before cutting out a quarter window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
Open the liftgate.
Remove the inside garnish molding.
WARNING: Refer to DEFROSTER OUTLET CAUTION .
Cover the following parts to protect from broken glass:
- Upper dash pad
- Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
- Seats and carpeting
  
  Fig 1: Cutting Exposed Reveal Molding
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  WARNING: Refer to GLASS AND SHEET METAL HANDLING CAUTION .
NOTE: When cutting out the quarter window use care not to damage the encapsulation around the perimeter of the quarter window. If the encapsulation is damaged, the window must be replaced.
Using a utility knife, carefully cut the exposed lace molding (1) from the sides and the top edge of the window to access the urethane adhesive bead.

Fig 2: Removing Window From Urethane Adhesive Using Special Tool
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NOTE: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.
Remove the window from the urethane adhesive.
- Leave a base of urethane approximately 2 mm (0.078 in) on the pinch-weld flange.
- The only suitable lubrication is clear water.
- Use the J 24402-A, J 39032, or equivalent in order to remove the quarter window.

Fig 3: Removing Rear Quarter Door Frame

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