PT Cruiser L4-2.4L (2008)
Windshield: Service and Repair
Removal
Coupe - Exterior Method
COUPE - EXTERIOR 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 windshield wiper arms.
3. Remove cowl cover.
4. Place protective covers over instrument panel and hood.
5. Remove windshield A-pillar trim and header.
6. Using a sharp cold knife (1), cut urethane adhesive holding the windshield to the A-pillars, roof header and cowl pinch weld fences. A power
cutting device can be used if available.
7. Remove windshield from vehicle.
Coupe - Interior Method
COUPE - 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 A-pillar trim.
4. Place protective covers over instrument panel and hood.
5. Using a reciprocating saw or 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 from vehicle.
Convertible - Exterior Method
CONVERTIBLE - EXTERIOR 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.
