OEM 2009 Toyota Matrix Windshield

2009 Toyota Matrix Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to remove the windshield glass on 2009 Toyota Matrix?

  A: The windshield glass removal process starts by disassembling the front wiper arm head caps and continuing with front wiper arm assembly with blades from both sides. Move on to the removal of hood to cowl top seal after dislodging the cowl top ventilator louver from both left and right positions. First separate and remove the mirror assembly together with either the cover for EC mirrors. Then remove the front door opening trim Weather Strip on both sides. Both front pillar garnishes should be removed while taking into account the presence of curtain shield Air Bags in these models. The map light assembly along with visor assemblies and front assist grip sub-assemblies must be detached from the vehicle if it has curtain shield Air Bags installed. The technician should gently lower the front portion of the roof assembly to make windshield removal simpler. Remove the windshield glass stoppers while maintaining the glass with suction cups because drops could occur. Protective tape marks the vehicle body installation points before securing wooden block handles using piano wire along with interior body-glass wires. After cutting off the adhesive you should pull the wire around the glass while maintaining caution with the paint and ornaments. Put a plastic sheet between the piano wire and safety pad to stop any scratches. Matchmarks should be marked onto the vehicle body and windshield glass when preserving the glass for reuse before suction cup removal. Use a scraper to remove the windshield glass adhesive dam while protecting the glass before installation of a new one. Replace the No. 2 windshield glass stoppers and eliminate the No. 1 stoppers when needed while installing new stoppers. A scraper and non-residue solvent should be used to clean windshield glass by first removing tape residue before people avoid touching the glass surface. A proper surface for windshield installation requires cleaning the vehicle body contact area by eliminating excessive adhesive and treating the cleaned surface with a cleaner-soaked cloth.