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Removal Procedure

    NOTE:

    Before cutting out a stationary window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.

  1. Open the hood.
    2. WARNING:

    If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be blown into the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.

  2. Cover and protect the following parts from broken glass:
    • Upper dash pad
    • Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
    • Seats and carpeting
  3. Remove the windshield wiper arms. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (Traverse) , Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (Acadia) , Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (Enclave) .
  4. Remove the cowl air inlet grille panel. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement .
    5. Fig 1: Removing/Installing Weather-Strip Retainers
    GM588275Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Remove the push-pins (2) from the front door sealing weatherstrips (1) located at the base of the pillar.
    6. Fig 2: View Of Window Side Reveal Molding Screws
    GM398502Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. Reposition the front door sealing weatherstrips in order to access the side reveal molding screws.

    It is not necessary to remove the front door sealing weatherstrip completely from the vehicle.

  7. Remove the side of the reveal moldings.
  8. Remove the rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement .
  9. Remove the rain sensor, if equipped.
    10. Fig 3: Window Lower Supports
    GM698561Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    The windshield lower supports (1) have molded in locks with an adhesive strip (2) on the back side. If the windshield lower stops have been removed, they must be replaced.

  10. Remove the windshield lower supports (1) by using a flat-bladed tool, lightly prying upward in the middle until it releases, if damaged.
    11. Fig 4: Separating Urethane Adhesive From Window
    GM379881Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    WARNING:

    Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning .

    NOTE:

    Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.

  11. Remove the window from the urethane adhesive.
    • Leave a base of urethane on the pinch-weld flange.
    • The only suitable lubrication is clear water.
    • Use J 24402-A  glass sealant remover (cold knife) , J 39032  stationary glass removal tool , or equivalent in order to remove the window.
    12. Fig 5: Separating Bottom Of Window
    GM379883Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  12. Remove the bottom of the windshield from the urethane adhesive using a long utility knife or similar tool. Keep the cutting edge of the utility knife against the glass. Do this from inside the vehicle.
    13. Fig 6: Removing/Installing Windshield
    GM441419Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  13. With the aid of an assistant, remove the windshield (1) from the vehicle.
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