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Removal Procedure

WARNING:

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.

WARNING:

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.

CAUTION:

DO NOT close the lift window panel with the struts attached unless the window is installed and the window adhesive fully cured. The window adds strength and rigidity to the lift window panel. Attempting to close the lift window panel, with the struts installed, without a window or with the window adhesive not fully cured, could cause the panel to crack.

    NOTE:

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

  1. Remove the rear lift window struts. Refer to Rear Compartment Lift Window Strut Replacement .
    2. WARNING:

    Refer to Defroster Outlet Warning .

  2. Cover to protect the following parts from broken glass:
    1. Upper dash pad
    2. Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
    3. Seats and carpeting
  3. Disconnect the rear defogger electrical connections.
  4. Disconnect the OnStar®, if equipped.
    5. Fig 1: Antenna Jumper Cable Connection
    GM284756Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Disconnect the antenna connector from the window.
    6. Fig 2: Window Outer Auxiliary Seal
    GM71973Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. Remove the window outer auxiliary seal.
    7. Fig 3: Lift Window Panel And Suitably
    GM71238Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Remove the rear lift window panel. Refer to Rear Lift Window Panel Weatherstrip Replacement .
  8. Place the panel face down on a clean protective surface.
    9. Fig 4: Weatherstrip At Panel
    GM476333Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  9. Remove the front weatherstrip.
    10. Fig 5: Using Utility Knife To Remove Reveal Molding
    GM379905Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    WARNING:

    Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning .

    NOTE:

    The rear lift window lace fills the cavities between the body and window.

  10. If the rear lift window lace (1) will not release, use a utility knife in order to cut around the window in order to remove the rear window lace.
    11. Fig 6: Separating Urethane Adhesive From Window
    GM71179Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    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 clear water.
    • Use J 24402-A  Glass Sealant Remover (Cold Knife) , J 39032  Stationary Glass Removal Tool or equivalent in order to remove the window.
    12. Fig 7: Removing/Installing Rear Window
    GM412291Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  12. With the aid of an assistant, use the suction cups in order to lift the rear lift window from the opening.
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