Replaceing Double Pane Window in Exterior Door

My weedeater caught a rock and broke the double pane window in my back door. I am going to pick up a replacement unit this afternoon.

Looks like the unit sits inside a plastic frame. The inside surface is not sealed. The outside surface looks like it is sealed with some type of adhesive.

Anyone ever try this? Any tips on installing/sealing the new unit?

Thanks.

 

It is held together with screws installed through the inside frame. Usually, the screw heads are covered with putty or little plastic plugs. After removing these screws, remove the outside frame and glass. You may have to use a utility knife or putty knife around the edges of the frame ( sometimes the paint will seal the frame to the door). If the inside frame is still stuck to the door, just leave it in place, or if it is loose, you can remove it as well. Use a utility knife to remove the glass unit from the frame(the adhesive is usually very soft and sticky), and remove all of the broken pieces from the frames and around the door opening.
The easiest way I have found to install the new unit without removing the whole door is to silicone the glass to the outside frame, making sure it is centered, and then letting it dry before installing it in the door (otherwise it may be difficult to hold the glass and frame together). Then have a helper hold the outside frame and glass in the door opening while you install the inside frame and screws. Make sure the screws are lined up and do not overtighten them, and you're finished.

 

Thanks for the advice. The new window unit is in and it was a lot easier than I thought it would be.