Mazda RX-8 Manual page 1805

2. Remove the sealant by pulling it off.
3. Remove the rear window glass.
Reusing Rear Window Glass
NOTE:
Before removing the rear window glass from the body, mark the position of the glass by affixing tape to
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the glass and body panel.
1. Make a hole through the sealant from the inside of the vehicle using an awl, avoiding the pins.
2. Pass the SST (piano wire), cut to sufficient length, through the hole.
WARNING:
Using the SST (piano wire) with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves when using
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the SST (piano wire).
3. Wind each end of the SST (piano wire) around a bar.
NOTE:
Use a long sawing action to spread the work over the whole length of the SST (piano wire) to
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prevent it from breaking due to localized heating.
(w) RX-8 Body
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