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Removal Procedure

  1. Open the hood.
  2. Lower the door windows.
    3. NOTE:

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

  3. Remove the windshield wiper arms. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement .
  4. Perform the appropriate step:
    • For the coupe, remove the roof lift-off panel.
    • For the convertible, lower the folding top.
    5. Fig 1: Plenum To Hood Seal
    GM71296Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Remove the hood air inlet screen seal. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement .
    6. Fig 2: Air Inlet Grille Panel
    GM71294Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. Remove the air inlet screen panel. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement .
  7. Remove the lower windshield supports from the cowl panel, if equipped.
    8. Fig 3: View Of Inside Rearview Mirror
    GM71182Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Remove the rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement (DD8) , Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement (Except DD8) .
    9. WARNING:

    Refer to Defroster Outlet Warning .

  9. Cover the following parts to protect from broken glass:
    1. The upper dash pad
    2. The defroster outlets and the A/C outlets
    3. The seats and the carpeting
    10. Fig 4: Windshield Weather-Strip
    GM405734Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  10. Remove the windshield weatherstrip. Refer to Windshield Frame Weatherstrip Replacement .
    11. Fig 5: Applique To Windshield Frame
    GM71176Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  11. Remove the windshield side reveal moldings. Refer to Windshield Side Reveal Molding Replacement (Coupe and Convertible) , Windshield Side Reveal Molding Replacement (Hardtop) .
    12. Fig 6: Windshield Side Garnish Moldings & Retainer Clips To Windshield Frame
    GM386109Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  12. Remove the windshield side garnish moldings and retainer clips from the windshield frame
    13. Fig 7: Rearmost Screws At Top Of Fender To Wheelhouse
    GM377018Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  13. Remove the 4 rearmost screws that attach the top of the fender to the wheelhouse.
    14. 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.

    NOTE:

    Tape or otherwise protect the fender from the cutting tool.

  14. Reposition the top of the fender for tool access.
    15. Fig 8: Separating Urethane Adhesive From Window
    GM71179Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.

  15. 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.
    16. Fig 9: Separating Bottom Of Window
    GM379883Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  16. 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.
    17. Fig 10: Removing/Installing Windshield
    GM441419Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  17. Remove the windshield (1) from the vehicle with the aid of an assistant (2) .
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