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Removal Procedure

  1. Lower the folding top.
  2. Lower the left and right door windows.
  3. Open the hood.
    4. IMPORTANT: Before cutting out a stationary window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and inner trim of the window.
  4. Remove the windshield wiper arms. Refer to Wiper Arm Replacement in Wipers/Washer Systems.
  5. Remove the air inlet screen panel. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement in Body Front End.
  6. Remove the rearview mirror. Refer to Rearview Mirror Replacement .
  7. Remove the outside moisture sensor. Refer to Windshield Outside Moisture Sensor Replacement in Wipers/Washer Systems.
    8. IMPORTANT: The upper garnish molding must be lower in order to gain access to the screws along the edge of the upper windshield frame.
  8. Remove the upper garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement in Interior Trim.
    9. CAUTION: If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be blown into the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.
  9. Cover the following parts to protect from broken glass:
    • Upper dash pad
    • Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
    • Seats and carpeting
  10. Remove the windshield weatherstrip. Refer to Weatherstrip Replacement - Windshield Frame .
    11. CAUTION: When working with any type of glass or sheet metal with exposed or rough edges, wear approved safety glasses and gloves in order to reduce the chance of personal injury.
    Fig 1: Using Utility Knife To Remove Reveal Molding
    GM379905Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Remove the upper windshield lace, located on the top edge of the windshield (1).

    It may be necessary to use a utility knife to trim top edge.

    12. Fig 2: Separating Urethane Adhesive From Window
    GM71179Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the windshield. This will allow the urethane adhesive to be separated from the windshield. Leave a base of urethane on the pinchweld flange. The only suitable lubrication is clear water.
  12. Use J 24402-A  or . See Special Tools .J 39032  in order to cut the window from the pinchweld flange. See Special Tools . Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the glass.
    13. Fig 3: Separating Bottom Of Window
    GM379883Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Protect the lower edge of the instrument panel from the tool.
  13. From inside the vehicle, remove the bottom of the window from the urethane adhesive using a long utility knife or similar tool.

    Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the glass.

    14. Fig 4: Removing/Installing Windshield
    GM441419Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. With the aid of an assistant, remove the window (1) from the vehicle.
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