anyone removed metal molding from around windshield to paint it? I don't want to damage it. any info will be greatly appreciated

 

Not hard, just wedged in. BUT afaik you can't refit it w/o taking the glass out...

 

Hi,

You can just lever it out. Take care that you don't bend it during removal. Otherwise this will lead to misfits during re-installation.
For windshield renewal the workshop manual recommends to fit the finisher before installation of the windshield. But you can re-fit it almost problem-free with the windshield in place with some patience, time and WD40/lube (if necessary).
Did that a couple of weeks ago with the front windshield's finisher using some plastic levers.
Will do the rear finishers in a couple of days.

 

By the way: Trim removal tools
Use kind of these plastic tools and you'll save the trim AND the rubber (and the windshield) from any damage and scratches.

 

As others have said they come out and go in with the screen in-situe - washing up liquid and plastic trim tools make it relatively simple. I found a thin round pointed trim tool perfect for chasing the seal forward of the trim to slide in. The rear seal is no longer available from Jag. Be careful and slow.

 

Thanks All, I decided to tape and paint it,

 

Sure still is available... GXF9024AA

 

Doe's anyone know the color of the windshield trim molding on a 97 xk8 painted anthracite
i have checked with a dealer and he said they come already painted. thanks Robert

 

The color looks almost steel gray