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Removal Procedure

    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. Open the liftgate.
  2. Remove Quarter Lower Rear Trim Panel - Quarter Lower Rear Trim Panel Replacement (Left Side With All Terrain)Quarter Lower Rear Trim Panel Replacement (Right Side With All Terrain)Quarter Lower Rear Trim Panel Replacement (Left Side Without All Terrain)Quarter Lower Rear Trim Panel Replacement (Right Side Without All Terrain)
  3. Fig 1: Body Side Upper Rear Applique
    GM4374283Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  4. Remove Body Side Upper Rear Applique (1) - Body Side Upper Rear Applique Replacement
  5. Fig 2: Separating Urethane Adhesive From Window
    GM71179Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

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

  6. If necessary, use a long utility knife or similar tool to remove the bottom corners of the window from the urethane adhesive.

    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.
    • Use J 24402-A  glass sealant (cold knife) remover, J 39032  stationary glass removal tool, or equivalent to remove the window.
  7. Fig 3: Quarter Window
    GM4399567Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Remove Quarter Window (1)