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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 Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement in Wipers/Washer Systems.
  3. Remove the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement 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 the following parts to protect from broken glass:
    • The upper dash pad
    • The defroster outlets and A/C outlets
    • The seats and carpeting
    5. Fig 1: View Of Windshield Side Reveal Molding
    GM1276431Courtesy 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 Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement (UE1)  or Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement (DD7, DD8) .
  7. Remove the interior windshield garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement in Interior Trim.
    8. CAUTION: Refer to GLASS AND SHEET METAL HANDLING CAUTION .
    IMPORTANT: The upper windshield reveal molding is a one-piece molding and fills the cavities between the body and windshield.
    The upper windshield reveal molding cannot be reused if the molding is stretched or damaged.
    Fig 2: Using Utility Knife To Remove Reveal Molding
    GM379905Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Using a utility knife, carefully cut the upper flap (1) of the windshield reveal molding in order to access the urethane adhesive bead.
  9. Prior to cutting the urethane adhesive bead, apply 2 layers of masking tape on the body next to the windshield edge.
    10. Fig 3: Separating Urethane Adhesive From Window
    GM71179Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.
  10. Separate the urethane adhesive from the window.
    • Leave a base of urethane on the pinchweld flange.
    • The only suitable lubrication is clean water.
    • Use J 24402-A  , J 39032  or equivalent in order to remove the window. See Special Tools .
    11. Fig 4: Separating Bottom Of Window
    GM379883Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. 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.
    12. Fig 5: Removing/Installing Windshield
    GM441419Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. With the aid of an assistant, remove the windshield (1) from the vehicle.
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