Convertible - Interior Method

CONVERTIBLE - INTERIOR METHOD

The urethane adhesive holding the windshield to the opening pinch weld (fence) can be cut using a sharp cold knife from the exterior of the vehicle. Using the cold knife method is effective if the windshield is already broken. If the glass must be salvaged, cutting the urethane adhesive from the interior of the vehicle using a reciprocating or oscillating power knife is recommended.





1. Remove inside rear view mirror.
2. Remove instrument panel top cover, refer to Instrument Panel.
3. Remove header and A-pillar trim.
4. Place protective covers over instrument panel and hood.
5. Using a reciprocating saw or cold knife (1), cut urethane adhesive holding the windshield to the A-pillars, roof header and cowl pinch weld fences. Refer to instructions provided with the equipment being used.
6. Remove windshield (2) from vehicle.