RAV4 2WD V6-3.5L (2GR-FE) (2006)
24. REMOVE FRONT WINDOW MOULDING INNER CENTER
a. Using a knife, cut off the moulding as shown in the illustration.
NOTE: Be careful not to damage the vehicle body.
b. Remove the remaining moulding.
HINT: Make a partial cut in the moulding. Then pull and remove it by hand.
25. REMOVE WINDSHIELD GLASS
a. w/ Windshield Deicer:
Remove the clip and disconnect the connector.
b. Apply protective tape to the outer surface of the vehicle body to prevent scratches.
c. From the interior, insert a piano wire between the vehicle body and glass as shown in the illustration.
d. Tie objects that can serve as handles (for example, wooden blocks) to both wire ends.
NOTE:
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When separating the glass from the vehicle, be careful not to damage the vehicle's paint or interior/exterior ornaments.
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To prevent the instrument panel from being scratched when removing the glass, place a plastic sheet between the piano wire and instrument
panel.