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Removal Procedure

    Fig 1: Quarter Window Reveal Molding
    GM3611242Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    WARNING:

    Refer to Cracked Window Warning .

    NOTE:

    Before cutting out a quarter window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.

  1. Using the appropriate tool, release the retaining clips and pull outward to remove the quarter window reveal molding (1) from vehicle.
  2. Remove the body side rear window lower garnish molding. Refer to Body Side Rear Window Lower Garnish Molding Replacement .
  3. Remove the headlining trim panel. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement .
  4. WARNING:

    Refer to Defroster Outlet Warning .

  5. Cover the following parts to protect from broken glass:
    • Upper dash pad
    • Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
    • Seats and carpeting
  6. Fig 2: Separating Urethane Adhesive From Window
    GM71179Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    There are window locating pins, one in each corner of the window. Use care Not to remove or cut them off when removing the window. If the window locator pins are cut, it will be necessary to tape the window in place.

    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.
    • BO-39032  Stationary Glass Removal Tool , or equivalent in order to remove the window.
  8. Fig 3: Separating Bottom Of Window
    GM379883Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

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

  9. If necessary, use a long utility knife or similar tool to remove the bottom corners of the window from the urethane adhesive.
  10. Fig 4: Quarter Window
    GM2326058Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  11. Remove the locator pins (1) and quarter window (2) from the vehicle.