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Windshield - Removal






REMOVAL





1. Before proceeding with the following repair procedure, review all warnings and cautions, Service Precautions.
2. Remove the rear view mirror Interior Rearview Mirror - Removal.
3. Remove the rain sensor module from the windshield, Light Rain Sensor Module (LRSM) - Removal.
4. Remove the cowl grille, Cowl Panel Cover - Removal

CAUTION: Be careful not to damage painted surfaces when removing moldings or cutting urethane around the windshield.

5. Remove molding from the top of the windshield.

CAUTION: To avoid damage to the hood and fenders it is necessary to guide top of windshield out first. Then lift bottom up and out.

6. Using an assistant and a wire-type windshield cut-out tool (1, 3 and 4), cut and separate the urethane adhesive (2) securing the windshield to the windshield fence.
7. Carefully remove the windshield from the vehicle.