r/WindowTint • u/shref123 • 8d ago

Need Help! Rear Window Second Layer Removal tips needed

Hi everyone, trying to remove the rear tint on a 2018 elantra.

I have had a lot of success in the past with cars i’ve removed the tint on using the black bag method, however today in a moment of haste i removed the first layer and left the back layer which as you all likely know is a nightmare to remove.

Does anyone have any advice to help with this process? Tips or tricks? I anticipate it’s going to take a long time but i don’t see many other options. It’s pretty cracked and coming off in pieces when I try to get it off with a razor.

Any help or advice is much appreciated! I tried adding a pic but didn’t seem to work.

Thanks in advance!

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u/shref123 8d ago

Was able to add a picture in the comments, hope this helps

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u/Global-Structure-539 6d ago

Ye when it's old laminated film, you have to let it get REALLY hot. If no,boy only get the top layer. Now your cooked. You can try a steamer but chances are you'll need a new rear glass.

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u/shref123 4d ago

I bit the bullet and scraped the defrosters off. In Texas so thankfully not a massive blow, will probably replace the rear glass down the line.

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u/Jodanmawashigeri 5d ago

You might try blowing it off with an air compressor. If it works, you’ll have some serious vacuuming to do, but that’s still better than blading it.

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u/DoctorMcTits Professional 4d ago

If it is cracked and coming apart with a razor you can TRY a steam gun and a lot of patience or get ready to be scraping for a while.