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Removal Procedure

    IMPORTANT: 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. Remove the fixed antenna mast if equipped. Refer to Fixed Antenna Mast Replacement in Entertainment.
  2. Open the hood.
  3. Remove the window wiper arms. Refer to Wiper Arm Replacement in Wipers/Washer Systems.
  4. Remove the cowl air inlet grille panel. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement in Body Front End.
    5. Fig 1: View Of Front Door Sealing Weatherstrip
    GM441415Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Reposition the front door sealing weatherstrips (1) in order to access to the side reveal molding screws.

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

    6. Fig 2: Removing Window Side Reveal Molding Screws
    GM398502Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    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.
  6. Remove the screws from the left and right sides of window side reveal moldings.
    7. Fig 3: Removing Reveal Molding
    GM398501Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the window side reveal moldings from the vehicle.
    8. CAUTION: If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be blown into the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.
  8. Cover to protect the following parts from broken glass:
    • Upper dash pad
    • Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
    • Seats and carpeting
  9. Remove the rear view mirror. Refer to Rearview Mirror Replacement .
    10. Fig 4: Using Utility Knife To Remove Reveal Molding
    GM379905Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: The upper window reveal molding fills the cavities between the body and window.
    If the reveal molding is stretched or damaged, it cannot be reused. It must be replaced.
  10. Remove the upper window reveal molding if the upper window reveal molding will not release it must be replaced.
    11. Fig 5: Window Lower Supports
    GM698561Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: The window lower supports (1) have molded in locks with an urethane adhesive strip (2) on the back side. Once the window lower stop have been removed they must be replaced.
  11. Remove the window lower supports (1) by using a flat bladed tool, lightly prying upward in the middle until it releases.
    12. Fig 6: Separating Urethane Adhesive From Window
    GM379881Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.
  12. This will allow the urethane adhesive to be separated from the window.
    • Leave a base of urethane on the pinchweld 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 .
    13. Fig 7: Separating Bottom Of Window
    GM379883Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Remove the bottom of the window from the urethane adhesive using a long utility knife or similar tool. Keep the cutting edge of the utility knife against the glass.
    14. Fig 8: Removing/Installing Windshield
    GM441419Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. With the aid of an assistant (2) remove the window (1) from the vehicle.
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