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Removal Procedure

WARNING:

Refer to Cracked Window Warning .

WARNING:

Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning .

  1. Position the vehicle on level ground and move the front wheels to the straight-ahead position.
  2. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection - Disconnect the battery negative cable.
  3. Plenum Water Deflector Replacement - Center - Remove
  4. Plenum Water Deflector Replacement - Left Side - Remove
  5. Windshield Side Garnish Molding Replacement - Remove x2
  6. Windshield Side Reveal Molding Replacement  - Remove x2
  7. Windshield Header Finish Upper Molding Replacement  - Remove
  8. Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement - Remove
  9. If equipped, remove the front view camera. Refer to Front View Camera Replacement .
  10. Windshield Outside Moisture Sensor Replacement - Remove
  11. Radio Antenna Base Replacement - Remove
    12. WARNING:

    Refer to Defroster Outlet Warning .

  12. Cover the following parts to protect from broken glass:
    • Upper dash pad
    • Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
    • Seats and carpeting
    13. Fig 1: Using Utility Knife To Remove Reveal Molding
    GM379905Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    WARNING:

    Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning .

    NOTE:

    If the original window is being reused the window lace is not serviceable.

  13. Using the appropriate tool, carefully cut around the lace (1), start in the center working from side to side of the windshield to access the urethane adhesive bead.
    14. Fig 2: Separating Urethane Adhesive From Window
    GM71179Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Use care when removing the window not to cut off the locator pins on the left and right sides. If the locating pins are cut off it will be necessary to use masking tape to tape the window in place until the auto-adhesive cures.

    NOTE:

    Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.

  14. 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.
    • BO-24402-A  Glass Sealant Remover (Cold Knife).
    • BO-39032  Stationary Glass Removal Tool , or equivalent in order to remove the window.
    15. Fig 3: Separating Bottom Of Window
    GM379883Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Keep the cutting edge of the appropriate tool against the window. Do this from inside the vehicle.

  15. If necessary, use the appropriate tool to remove the bottom corners of the windshield from the urethane adhesive.
    16. Fig 4: Removing Windshield With Aid Of An Assistant
    GM379903Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  16. Remove the windshield from the vehicle with an assistant.
    17. Fig 5: Cutting Out Adhesive Tape
    GM2027901Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  17. Cut out the adhesive tape with the knife provided (1) to within 1 mm (0.039 in).
  18. Repair any paint damage.

    Using a touch-up pen to match the color of the vehicle, repair any paint damage.

  19. Cut off the adhesive bead on the glass pane

    Cut out the adhesive tape with the knife provided (1) to within 1 mm (0.039 in).

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