How to Remove Car Glass?
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Locate and remove the hidden bolts, release the clips, boldly detach the door trim panel, adjust the window, remove the glass fixing bolts, and take out the glass. Find a thin wire, remove the glass, clean off the old sealant, evenly apply new sealant, and install the glass. When removing, take off the sealing rubber ring together. Generally, you can only purchase the assembly when buying glass, so just follow the reverse steps of removal for installation.
I used to work at an auto repair shop for a while, and removing car windows requires professional tools. First, you need to remove the door interior panel to expose the mounting slots and rails that secure the glass. Use specialized tools to unscrew the mounting bolts, then slowly pull the glass outward using suction cups. Pay special attention to the rubber seals around the edges of the glass—don’t yank them hard; instead, use plastic pry tools to gently loosen them bit by bit. During removal, two people must cooperate—one to hold the glass and the other to operate the tools—otherwise, the glass can easily crack. After removing the glass, check if the rails are deformed and clean any residual adhesive strips, or else the new glass installation may result in wind or water leaks. I think regular car owners shouldn’t attempt this themselves; it’s more reliable to spend around 200 yuan for professional removal at a repair shop.
Having dismantled car windows several times at home, I've summarized some experience. Preparing the right tools is crucial, requiring suction cups, a Phillips screwdriver, and plastic pry bars. First, remove the waterproof fabric on the inner side of the door panel to expose the window regulator mechanism. Locate the four bracket screws securing the glass, and once loosened, the glass can be moved. The key lies in maintaining glass balance: place the suction cup in the central area of the glass, lift it slowly while supporting the edge with the other hand to prevent jamming. The most challenging part is removing the small triangular window glass, as the space is too narrow, requiring smaller tools. Immediately cover the window opening with cardboard after removing the glass to prevent dust from entering the door interior. The entire process demands extreme patience; once, in a rush to finish, I chipped the edge of the glass, which ended up costing me an extra 500+ for a replacement.
Just helped a friend remove car window glass last week and discovered some tricks. First, identify the window type: removable glass and fixed triangular windows require different approaches. For removable glass, after lowering it to the bottom, lock the window regulator motor to prevent rebound injuries. When removing fixed components, remember to take photos to record part positions for easier reassembly. The black edges on the glass surface are resin adhesive - use a heat gun to soften it for easier separation. After removal, wrap the edges to prevent cracks during storage. The most troublesome part is dealing with leftover double-sided tape; I always use WD-40 before scraping. Honestly, inexperienced people shouldn't attempt this blindly - my neighbor once caused door panel deformation during DIY removal, resulting in repair costs higher than hiring a professional.
