Replacing Vent Window ('95 Prizm/Corolla)

Besides a putty knife and Phillips screwdriver, you will need a wrench (I think 10 mm).

You do not need to disassemble the whole door, just remove the inner door panel and the plastic sheet underneath. Unbolt the vent window frame from the door frame, slide the window frame down, install the new glass, and reverse the process. If you know how to remove the interior door panel, the job should take about 15 minutes.

window (little triangle) was shattered, and I need to

I don't, but I have a Haynes manual that seems to talk about it. I'm curious: do I still have to disconnect the battery if I have no power windows or locks?

So, no gluing things or cutting the black rubber is necessary?

You do not have to disconnect the battery regardless of whether or not you have power windows or locks. There is a little trick to removing the window crank on manual windows. Gently press the inner door panel towards the outside of the car next to the window crank. There is a C-shaped wire clip behind the crank on the crank shaft. Use a screwdriver to pop it off or use a rag to catch the end of the clip and pop it off. I recommend that you do this with the door closed so that the clip doesn't go flying off where you will never find it.

No gluing or cutting anything should be necessary. After you remove the inner door panel, you will see a plastic sheet that covers the opening, secured in place with what looks like black putty. When you pull the plastic sheet off of the door frame, quick jerking motions tear the plastic less than if you slowly pull it off. When you put it back together, repair any tears in the plastic sheet with duct tape to prevent moisture from warping the inner door panel.

Good luck!

Thanks very much for the thorough explanation!

You're welcome!