Rear Window Glass Removal

Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Remove the following parts:
1. Rear wiper arm and blade (See REAR WIPER ARM AND BLADE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
2. Liftgate lower trim (See LIFTGATE LOWER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
3. Rear spoiler (See REAR SPOILER REMOVAL .)
4. High-mount brake light (See HIGH MOUNT BRAKE LIGHT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Disconnect the filament connector.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Filament Connector
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Apply protective tape along the edge of the body.
NOTE:
- Overlap and adhere the protective tape to the corners to prevent damage.
Fig 2: Identifying Protective Tape On Edge Of Body
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Avoiding the pin on the inside of the vehicle, insert piano wire which has been cut to sufficient length.
WARNING:
- Using piano wire with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves when using 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 3: Identifying Piano Wire Position On Rear Window Glass Sealant
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Wind each end of piano wire around a bar.
NOTE:
- Use a long sawing action to spread the work over the whole length of piano wire to prevent it from breaking due to localized heating.
Secure one end of piano wire, and while pulling the other end, cut the sealant around the rear window glass.

Fig 4: Cutting Rear Window Glass Sealant
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Pinch the pin from the inside of the vehicle and detach it.
Remove the rear window glass.

Fig 5: Identifying Rear Window Glass
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