Reusing Windshield

WARNING:

Using the piano wire with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves when using the piano wire.

NOTE:

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

Avoiding the pin on the inside of the vehicle, insert the piano wire which has been cut to sufficient length.

Fig 1: Identifying Pin
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Wind each end of the piano wire around a bar.
NOTE:
- Use a long sawing action to spread the work over the whole length of the piano wire to prevent it from breaking due to localized heating.
  
  Fig 2: Winding Piano Wire End Around Bar
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Secure one end of the piano wire, and while pulling the other end, cut the sealant around the windshield.
Pinch the pin from the inside of the vehicle and detach it.
Remove the windshield.
If the pin is damaged, remove the pin.

Fig 3: Cutting Sealant Around Windshield
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
NOTE:
- Before removing the pin from the windshield glass, place an alignment mark on the windshield.