Repair Procedures: Removal

Information 

• Refer to the relevant system service information for component removal of room mirrors, rain sensors, multi-cameras, and antennas attached to the windshield glass.
• If the glass is changed or the position of the camera bracket is changed, adjust the camera.

1. Remove the inside rear view mirror assembly.

   (Refer to " Replacement  ") 

2. Remove the front pillar trim.

   (Refer to  Replacement  ") 

3. Remove the cowl top cover.

   (Refer to " Replacement  ") 

4. Cut off the sealant on the edge (B) while pulling the piano wire (A) to the left and right.
   CAUTION:

   • Put on gloves to protect your hands.
   • Heat may occur when working on the wires.
   • Be careful not to burn your hands.
   • Be careful not to disconnect the piano wire.

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5. Put in a piano wire (A) through the corner of the windshield glass and insert wire grips into both ends of the wire.

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6. Cut off the sealant on (A-A), (B-B) while pulling a piano wire (A) left and right.
   CAUTION:

   • Put on gloves to protect your hands.
   • Be careful not to burn your hands as excessive heat may be generated when working on wires.
   • Be careful not to break the piano wire.

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7. Cut off the sealant between A-A using a cutter knife (A).

   Information 

   Use the cutter with a 20 to 30 cm-long blade.

   NOTE:

   • When cutting the sealant between A-A, be careful not to damage the crash pad.
   • Be careful not to damage the body painting surface.

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8. Remove the windshield glass (B) carefully using the glass holder (A).

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