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Removal Procedure

    CAUTION: If a window is cracked but still intact, crisscross the window with masking tape in order to reduce the risk of damage or personal injury.
    IMPORTANT: Before cutting out a stationary window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and inner trim.
    Fig 1: Locating Rear Window Defogger Electrical Connector
    GM401856Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Disconnect the rear window defogger electrical connectors.
  2. Disconnect the OnStar® connector, if equipped.
    3. Fig 2: Rear Window Radio Antenna Connector
    GM181953Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Disconnect the rear window radio antenna connector.
    4. CAUTION: If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be blown into the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.
  4. Cover to protect the following parts from broken glass:
    • Upper dash pad.
    • Defroster outlets and A/C outlets.
    • Seats and carpeting.
  5. Open the rear compartment lid in order to access the reveal molding.
    6. CAUTION: Refer to GLASS AND SHEET METAL HANDLING CAUTION in Cautions and Notices.
    IMPORTANT: The rear window reveal molding is a one piece molding and fills the cavities between the body and window.
  6. If the rear window reveal molding (1) is stretched or damaged it can not be reused.
    7. Fig 3: Using Utility Knife To Remove Reveal Molding
    GM379905Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the rear window reveal molding (1). Refer to Rear Window Reveal Molding Replacement .

    Grasp the lower corner of the window reveal molding by hand and slowly pull the reveal molding away from the window.

    If the rear window reveal molding will not release, use a utility knife in order to cut around the rear window in order to remove the window reveal molding.

    8. Fig 4: Separating Urethane Adhesive From Window
    GM71179Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.
  8. This will allow the urethane adhesive to be separated from the window.
    • Leave a base of urethane on the pinch-weld flange.
    • The only suitable lubrication is clear water.
    • Use J 24402-A  , J 39032  or equivalent in order to remove the window. See Special Tools .
    9. Fig 5: Removing/Installing Rear Window
    GM412291Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. With the aid of an assistant, use the suction cups in order to lift the rear window from the opening.
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