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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. Open the hood.
  2. Remove the antenna, if equipped. Refer to Fixed Antenna Replacement in Entertainment.
  3. Remove the windshield wiper arms. Refer to Wiper Arm Replacement in Wipers/Washer Systems.
  4. Remove the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement in Body Front End.
  5. Remove the inside rearview mirror. Refer to Rearview Mirror Replacement .
    CAUTION: If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be blown into the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.
  6. Cover to protect the following parts from broken glass:
    • The upper dash pad
    • The defroster outlets and A/C outlets
    • The seats and carpeting
    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.
    IMPORTANT: The window reveal molding fills the cavities between the body and windshield and can not be reused if stretched or damaged.
  7. Grasp the lower corner of the window reveal molding by hand and slowly pull the reveal molding away from the window.
    Fig 1: Identifying Window Reveal Molding
    GM215142Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the window reveal molding. Refer to Urethane Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows .

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

    Fig 2: Using Utility Knife To Remove Reveal Molding
    GM379905Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove the lower windshield supports (1) from the cowl panel, if equipped.
    Fig 3: Identifying Lower Windshield Supports
    GM326804Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the windshield.
  10. 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.
    • Use J 24402-A  . See Special Tools and Equipment .J 39032  or equivalent in order to remove the window. See Special Tools and Equipment .
      Fig 4: Separating Urethane Adhesive From Window
      GM71179Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Remove the windshield (1) from the vehicle with the aid of an assistant.
    Fig 5: Removing/Installing Windshield
    GM441419Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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