Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Saturn Ion Red Line, 2004 Saturn Ion 3, 2004 Saturn Ion 2, and 2004 Saturn Ion 1. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the rear roof rail appliques. Refer to Molding Replacement - Roof Weld Joint Reveal - Rear (Coupe) or Molding Replacement - Roof Weld Joint Reveal - Rear (Sedan) in Exterior Trim.
- Remove the rear upper garnish moldings. Refer to Garnish Molding Replacement - Lock Pillar Upper in Interior Trim.
- Disconnect the rear window defogger electrical connectors.
- Disconnect the rear window radio antenna connector.
- Open the rear compartment lid in order to access the reveal molding.
- Cut the urethane adhesive along the sides of the rear window:
- Leave a base of urethane on the pinchweld flange.
- The only suitable lubrication is clear water.
- From the outside of the car, use J 39032 to cut the urethane along the sides of the window. See Special Tools and Equipment .
- From the inside of the car, cut the urethane bead along the top and the bottom of the rear window.
- With the aid of an assistant, lift the rear window from the opening.
CAUTION:
If a window is cracked but still intact, crisscross the window with masking tape in order to reduce the risk of damage or personal injury.
IMPORTANT:
Before cutting out a stationary window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and inner trim.
CAUTION:
When working with any type of glass or sheet metal with exposed or rough edges, wear approved safety glasses and gloves in order to reduce the chance of personal injury.