Removal Procedure

CAUTION: If a window is cracked but still intact, crisscross the window with masking tape in order to reduce the risk of damage or personal injury.

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.

Open the rear compartment in order to access the lower reveal molding.
Remove the four fasteners (1) securing the rear window lower reveal molding (2) to the body.
Remove the rear sail panels. Refer to SAIL PANEL REPLACEMENT .

Fig 1: Removing Fasteners & Rear Window Lower Reveal Molding
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Disconnect the rear window defogger left electrical connector.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Rear Window Defogger Left Electrical Connector
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Disconnect the rear window defogger right electrical connector.

Fig 3: Disconnecting Rear Window Defogger Right Electrical Connector
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Important: Removal of the rear window requires the replacement of the rear window reveal molding (1).
Remove the rear window reveal molding (1).
Disconnect the rear window defogger connectors.
Remove the OnStar® antenna. Refer to COUPLING REPLACEMENT - ANTENNA INNER and COUPLING REPLACEMENT - ANTENNA OUTER .
CAUTION: If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be blown into the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.
Cover to protect the following parts from broken glass:
1. 9.1. Upper dash pad.
2. 9.2. Defroster outlets and A/C outlets.
3. 9.3. Seats and carpeting.
  
  Fig 4: Rear Window Reveal Molding
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  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.
Remove the rear window reveal molding.
1. 10.1. Grasp the lower corner of the rear window reveal molding by hand and slowly pull the reveal molding away from the rear window.
2. 10.2. If the rear window reveal molding (1) will not release, use a utility knife in order to cut around the rear window in order to remove the rear window reveal molding.
  
  Fig 5: Removing Rear Window Reveal Molding Using A Utility Knife
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  Important: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.
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.
  
  Fig 6: Removing Window Using J 24402-A & J 39032
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With the aid of an assistant, use the suction cups in order to lift the rear window from the opening.

Fig 7: With An Assistant, Use The Suction Cups In Order To Lift The Rear Window
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