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Removal Procedure

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    WARNING: Refer to Cracked Window Warning .
    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 liftgate.
  2. Remove the liftgate trim. Refer to Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement (Traverse) or Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement (Acadia or OUTLOOK) or Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement (Enclave) .
  3. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the liftgate window defogger bus bar.
  4. Remove the rear window wiper arm. Refer to Rear Window Wiper Arm Replacement (Enclave, Outlook ) or Rear Window Wiper Arm Replacement (Acadia) or Rear Window Wiper Arm Replacement (Traverse) .
  5. Remove the rear spoiler. Refer to Rear Spoiler Replacement (Acadia, OUTLOOK) or Rear Spoiler Replacement (Enclave, Traverse) .
    6. WARNING: Refer to Defroster Outlet Warning .
  6. Cover the following parts to protect from broken glass:
    • Upper dash pad
    • Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
    • Seats and carpeting
    7. Fig 1: Separating Urethane Adhesive From Window
    GM71179Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    WARNING: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning .
    NOTE: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.
  7. Remove the window from the urethane adhesive.
    • Leave a base of urethane approximately 2 mm (0.078 in) 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 .
    8. Fig 2: Separating Bottom Of Window
    GM379883Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Keep the cutting edge of the knife/tool against the window. Do this from inside the vehicle.
  8. If necessary, use a long utility knife or similar tool to remove the bottom corners of the window from the urethane adhesive.
    9. Fig 3: View Of Liftgate Window
    GM1413128Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. With the aid of an assistant, remove the window (1) from the vehicle.
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