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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 windshield wiper arms. Refer to Wiper Arm Replacement (LHD) or Wiper Arm Replacement (RHD) in Wipers/Washer Systems.
  3. Remove the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement (LHD) or Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement (RHD) in Body Front End.
    4. CAUTION: If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be blown into the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.
  4. Cover to protect the following parts from broken glass:
    • Upper dash pad
    • Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
    • Seats and carpeting
    5. Fig 1: Identifying Retaining Clips
    GM767124Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the windshield side reveal moldings. Refer to Windshield Side Reveal Molding Replacement .
  6. Remove the rearview mirror. Refer to Rearview Mirror Replacement (UE1)  or Rearview Mirror Replacement (DD7,DD8) .
    7. Fig 2: Identifying Coaxial Antenna Connector
    GM708163Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Disconnect the coaxial antenna connector.
  8. Remove the interior windshield garnish moldings. Refer to Garnish Molding Replacement - Windshield Pillar in Interior Trim.
    9. CAUTION: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Caution in Cautions and Notices.
    IMPORTANT: The upper windshield reveal molding is a one piece molding and fills the cavities between the body and windshield.
    If the upper windshield reveal molding is stretched or damaged it can not be reused.
    Fig 3: Using Utility Knife To Remove Reveal Molding
    GM379905Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Using a utility knife, carefully cut the upper flap (1) of the windshield reveal molding in order to access the urethane adhesive bead.
  10. Apply 2 layers of masking tape on the body next to the windshield edge, prior to cutting the urethane adhesive bead.
    11. Fig 4: Separating Urethane Adhesive From Window
    GM71179Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.
  11. 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 clean water.
    • UseJ 24402-A  , J 39032  or equivalent in order to remove the window. See Special Tools .
    12. Fig 5: Separating Bottom Of Window
    GM379883Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Remove the bottom of the window from the urethane adhesive using a long utility knife or similar tool. Keep the cutting edge of the utility knife against the glass. Do this from inside the vehicle.
    13. Fig 6: Removing/Installing Windshield
    GM441419Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Remove the windshield (1) from the vehicle with the aid of an assistant.
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