Your existing glass is held into your steel door with Phillips head, brass-plated screws. The head of the screws should always be to the interior side and may be exposed or covered by a plastic cover or caulk. Use a pointed tool to expose the screw head and unscrew the screws (Picture 1), allowing the frame to be easily removed (Picture 2).

The weatherproof sealant on the window may not allow it to be removed without first breaking the seal between the door and the frame. Using a utility knife, break the seal by inserting the blade between the door and the door window frame.(Picture 3) Move the blade around the perimeter of the door window frame until the entire seal is broken. Once the seal is broken, remove the window.(Picture 4)

NOTE - Have another person hold the exterior side of the existing frame so it doesn't fall out. Damage or injury may occur if the glass is allowed to fall out of the door.

Check to make sure the frame fits easily and squarely into the opening. Place the interior frame into the cutout area.(Pictures 5&6). You may want to have a helper hold the exterior frame in place while you screw it together. Make sure the caulk contacts the door and window frame to provide a weatherproof seal. A slight compression of the caulk is all that is required. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN THE SCREWS -it may result in breakage of the frame. (Picture 7)

NOTE - All screws are not the same. Only use the screws supplied with your new frame.