I'm removing trim from my 1995 XJS preparing to get it painted. I'm trying to remove the rubber seal that goes between the bright trim and the bonded-in glass. I thought it just pulled out, but I'm having a hard time removing it. There doesn't appear to be any adhesive holding it in. It's in good shape, and I'd like to save it for reuse if possible. Can someone give me a clue on how to remove it?

Jon

 

If it is installed similar to the pre-facelift cars I doubt it will be able to be saved.
I have removed several windshields. They are not easy - to not break the glass.
Step one of course is to remove all the surrounding stainless pieces.
Step 2: Remove the 'locking cord' This provides a little more give working with the glass.
Step 3: Using a glass remover cutter cut behind the glass all the way around the perimeter of the windshield.

You may be able to save the piece you are referring to. Good luck.

 

The windshield installation in facelift cars is completely different than pre-facelift. Post facelift cars have the windshield bonded in with polyurethane like modern cars. That was the point of my question.

 

jal1234,

In theory, it's just a press fit. BUT, there are a few reasons why it may be difficult to remove.

- the screens are sometimes not positioned exactly central. Therefore the gap can be slightly inconsistent and the infill rubber can be very tight on one side or the top or bottom
- the mastic may have been somewhat enthusiastically applied and therefore the seal is stuck to the extruded mastic
- the PO may have run a thin bead of glue or sealant in before fitting the infill rubber

I would just work slowly on trying to remove it, maybe using some meths to soften any attachment, although the late ones are still available from Jaguar if you do damage it.

Good luck

Paul

 

Thanks Paul. I'll try starting to remove it at different locations, as well as using some solvent.

Jon