OEM 2008 Toyota Tacoma Windshield

2008 Toyota Tacoma Windshield Parts Q&A

• Q: How to remove the windshield glass on 2008 Toyota Tacoma?

  A: A car technician should start windshield glass removal by unplugging the cable from the battery terminal. Start the windshield glass removal by taking off the front wiper arm head cap then proceeding with the front wiper arm LH and RH. Lift the front fender to cowl side seal from the LH side and duplicate the procedure on the RH side. First disconnect the cowl top ventilator louver sub-assembly from its mounting position along with the inner rear view mirror assembly. The next step involves detaching the front door opening trim Weather Strip LH with enough separation to remove the front pillar garnish before proceeding to the RH side. Remove the front pillar garnish from Regular Cab, Access Cab and Double Cab when applicable to the model. Proceed by taking off the roof console box assembly for Access Cab and Double Cab and then the assist grip plug with curtain shield Air Bag as well as the assist grip sub-assembly for Double Cab. The removal procedure for the visor assembly LH applies first to Regular Cab and Access Cab while covering the RH side next for Regular Cab and Access Cab and Double Cab. The process follows the exact steps for each assembly. Separate the visor holders from each Regular, Access and Double Cab model type. Begin by carefully cutting the windshield upper molding outer with a knife without damaging the body of the vehicle and afterward remove it. Protective tape should be applied to the windshield glass perimeter followed by piano wires threaded between the body and glass from inside before tying handles to the installed wires. Use protective tape to cover important vehicle parts while avoiding paint damage or decoration damage. Install a plastic sheet next to the safety pad and piano wire elements to avoid scratches. Cut through the windshield adhesive while pulling the piano wire then disengage the stoppers after which you can remove the glass using suction cups while attempting to retain maximum adhesive material on the vehicle.