Windshield Glass: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis and 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: To prevent glass splinters from entering the eyes or cutting the hands, wear safety glasses and heavy gloves when cutting the glass from the vehicle. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

Remove the cowl panel grille. For additional information, refer to FRONT END BODY PANELS .
Remove the sun visors and clips.
Remove the RH and LH A-pillar trim panels.
Remove the instrument panel defroster opening grille.
- If equipped, disconnect the electrical connectors.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Defroster Opening Grille
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Cover the defroster openings with tape to prevent contaminants from entering the defroster housing.
Remove the interior rear view mirror. For additional information, refer to REAR VIEW MIRRORS .
If equipped, remove the overhead console. For additional information, refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONSOLE .
Lower the front portion of the headliner.
Using a soft brush or vacuum, remove any dirt or foreign material from the pinch weld.

CAUTION: Care must be taken to prevent scratching the pinch weld.

NOTE: Lubricate the existing urethane adhesive with water using a spray bottle to aid the special tool while cutting.

Fig 2: Cutting Urethane Adhesive From Glass

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Using the special tool, starting at the top center of the windshield glass, cut the urethane adhesive from the glass and work down the sides.
Using the special tool, distance the windshield glass from the body.

Fig 3: Distancing Windshield Glass From Body
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Using the special tool, cut the remaining adhesive and remove the windshield glass.

Fig 4: Cutting Remaining Adhesive
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Using a soft brush or vacuum, remove any dirt or foreign material from the pinch weld.