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Removal Procedure

    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 (Equinox Driver Side)Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (Equinox Passenger Side)Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (Terrain Driver Side)Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (Terrain Passenger Side) .
  3. Remove the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Screen Replacement (Equinox)Air Inlet Screen Replacement (Terrain) .
  4. Remove the interior windshield pillar garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Side Garnish Molding Replacement .
  5. Remove the rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement .
  6. Remove the remote control door lock receiver. Refer to Remote Control Door Lock Receiver Replacement (Without UFL)Remote Control Door Lock Receiver Replacement (With UFL) .
    7. WARNING:

    Refer to Defroster Outlet Warning .

  7. Cover the following parts to protect from broken glass:
    • Upper dash pad
    • Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
    • Seats and carpeting
    8. Fig 1: Using Utility Knife To Remove Reveal Molding
    GM379905Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    WARNING:

    Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning .

  8. Using a utility knife, carefully cut the lace (1) from the sides and the top edge of the window to access the urethane adhesive bead, if equipped.
    9. Fig 2: Separating Urethane Adhesive From Window
    GM71179Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.

  9. 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.
    10. Fig 3: Separating Bottom Of Window
    GM379883Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

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

  10. If necessary, use a long utility knife or similar tool to remove the bottom corners of the windshield from the urethane adhesive.
    11. Fig 4: Removing/Installing Windshield
    GM441419Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    If the retainers are cut off when removing the window it will be necessary to tape the it in place.

  11. With the aid of an assistant (2), remove the windshield (1) from the vehicle.
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