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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 inner trim of the window.

  1. Open the hood.
  2. Remove the rear view mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement .
    3. CAUTION:

    If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be blown into the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.

  3. Cover the defroster outlets and protect the headliner as needed.
  4. Remove the antenna mast. Refer to Radio Antenna Replacement in Entertainment.
  5. Remove the windshield wiper arms. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement in Wipers/Washer Systems.
  6. Remove the cowl air inlet grille panel. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement in Body Front End.
  7. Remove the door sealing weatherstrip from the upper pinchweld flange.
    8. CAUTION:

    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.

  8. Use safety glasses and gloves.
    9. Fig 1: Side Reveal Molding
    GM374503Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  9. Reposition the front door weather strips from the pinchweld flange in order to access to the side reveal molding screws.
  10. Remove the side reveal moldings screws.
  11. Remove the side reveal moldings.
    12. Fig 2: Identifying Lower Windshield Supports
    GM326804Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  12. Remove the lower windshield supports (1) from the cowl panel, if equipped.
    13. Fig 3: Using Utility Knife To Remove Reveal Molding
    GM379905Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    IMPORTANT:

    The windshield reveal molding fills the cavities between the body and windshield and can not be reused if stretched or damaged.

  13. If the original molding is damaged it must be replaced.
    14. Fig 4: Identifying Upper Reveal Molding from Windshield
    GM105242Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  14. Remove the upper windshield reveal molding (1) by cutting the molding with a utility knife.
    15. Fig 5: Separating Urethane Adhesive From Window
    GM379881Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    IMPORTANT:

    Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the windshield. This will allow the urethane adhesive to be separated from the windshield. Leave a base of urethane on the pinchweld flange. The only suitable lubrication is clear water.

  15. Use J 24402-A  or J 39032  in order to remove the windshield.
    16. Fig 6: Separating Bottom Of Window
    GM379883Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  16. Remove the bottom of the windshield from the urethane adhesive using a long utility knife or similar tool. Keep the cutting edge of the utility knife against the glass.
    17. Fig 7: Removing/Installing Windshield With Aid Of An Assistant
    GM379903Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  17. With the aid of an assistant remove the windshield from the vehicle.
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