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Removal Procedure

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    NOTE: 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 and blades. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement .
  3. Remove the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement .
  4. Remove the windshield side garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement .
  5. Remove the sunshades. Refer to Sunshade Replacement .
  6. Remove the inside rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement .
  7. Remove the remote control door lock receiver. Refer to Remote Control Door Lock Receiver Replacement .
  8. Lower the front edge of the headliner this will allow the special tool S-0201964:  Bonded, Glass Removing Device to cut across the top of the window and not damage the headliner edge.
    9. WARNING: Refer to Defroster Outlet Warning .
  9. Cover the following parts to protect from broken glass:
    • Upper dash pad
    • Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
    • Seats and carpeting
    10. Fig 1: Using Utility Knife To Remove Reveal Molding
    GM379905Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    WARNING: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning .
    NOTE: If the original window is being reused the window lace is not serviceable.
  10. Use the appropriate tool, carefully cut the lace (1) by starting in the center and working down both sides of the window. If equipped.
  11. Remove the window from the auto-adhesive as follows:
    • Leave a base of urethane approximately 2 mm (0.078 in) on the pinch-weld flange.
    • The only suitable lubrication is clear water.
    • Use S-0201964:  Bonded, Glass Removing Device.
    12. NOTE: Use care when removing the window not to cut off the locator pins in the left and right upper corners. 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.
  12. Start cutting the auto-adhesive in the center of the "A" pillar and the windshield.
    1. Insert the special tool S-0201964-1 between the "A" pillar and the window, thus perforating the auto-adhesive starting from inside the vehicle.
    2. Move the cutting wire along the tool until it projects to the outside.
    3. Remove the special tool S-0201964.
    4. Do this from inside the vehicle install the cutting wire in the special tool S-0201964 -1.
    5. Do this from the outside the vehicle, install the cutting wire in the special tool S-0201964-2.
    6. With the help of an assistant, using special tool S-0201964-1 to hold the cutting wire, pull it starting from the outside and cut the window auto-adhesive.
    7. While cutting the window reposition the cutting wire and special tools, so as to cut the auto-adhesive along the window completely.
    13. Fig 2: Removing/Installing Windshield With Aid Of An Assistant
    GM379903Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Remove the windshield from the vehicle with an assistant, use the glass handling suction cups.
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