Reusing Windshield

NOTE:

Before removing the windshield from the body, mark the position of the windshield by affixing tape to the windshield and body panel.

Make a hole through the sealant, avoiding pins, from the inside of the vehicle using an awl.

Fig 1: Making Hole Through Sealant, Avoiding Pins, From Inside Of Vehicle Using An Awl
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Pass the SST (piano wire) through the hole.
WARNING:
- Using the SST (piano wire) with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves when using the SST (piano wire).
Fig 2: Passing SST (Piano Wire) Through Hole
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Wind each end of the SST (piano wire) around a bar.
NOTE:
- Use a long sawing action to spread the work over the whole length of the SST (piano wire) to prevent it from breaking due to localized heating.
Fix one end of the SST (piano wire), and while pulling the other end, cut the sealant around the windshield.

Fig 3: Cutting Sealant Around Windshield Glass
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Remove the windshield.
Remove the pins from the windshield.
Remove the windshield molding from the windshield glass.