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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: View Of Side Reveal Moldings & Alignment Points
    GM1364513Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Check the condition of the window reveal side moldings. Discard and replace with new reveal side moldings if damaged.
  1. Install the side reveal moldings (1) to the window. Ensure the moldings (1) are positioned to the alignment marks (2), and are fitted correctly to the edge of the window.
  2. Install the rear window into the opening. Refer to Urethane Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows .
  3. Fig 2: Locating Rear Window Defogger Electrical Connector
    GM401856Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Connect the rear window electrical connectors.
  5. Install the upper quarter panel trim. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Quarter Upper in Interior Trim.
  6. Install the roof weld joint molding. Refer to Molding Replacement - Roof Weld Joint Reveal in Exterior Trim.
  7. Close the rear compartment lid.
  8. Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.