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Removal Procedure

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    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. Remove the fixed antenna mast. Refer to Fixed Antenna Mast Replacement .
  2. Open the hood.
  3. Remove the window wiper arms. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement .
  4. Remove the cowl air inlet grille panel. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement .
  5. Remove the inside rear view mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement .
  6. Pull back and position the auxiliary weatherstrip away from the pinch-weld flange.
    7. NOTE: Both doors need to be opened.
  7. Remove the windshield side reveal moldings. Refer to Windshield Side Reveal Molding Replacement .
    8. WARNING: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning .
    WARNING: If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be blown into the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.
  8. Cover to protect the following parts from broken glass:
    • Upper dash pad
    • Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
    • Seats and carpeting
    9. Fig 1: Window Lower Supports
    GM698561Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: The window lower supports (1) have molded in locks with an urethane adhesive strip (2) on the back side. Once the window lower stop have been removed they must be replaced.
  9. Remove the window lower supports (1) by using a flat-bladed tool, lightly prying upward in the middle until it releases.
    10. Fig 2: Separating Urethane Adhesive From Window
    GM379881Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.
  10. This will allow the urethane adhesive to be separated from the window.
    • Leave a base of urethane on the pinch-weld flange.
    • The only suitable lubrication is clear water.
    • Use J 24402-A  , J 39032  or equivalent in order to remove the window. See Special Tools .
    11. Fig 3: Separating Bottom Of Window
    GM379883Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. 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.
    12. Fig 4: Removing/Installing Windshield
    GM441419Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. With the aid of an assistant (2) remove the window (1) from the vehicle.
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