Removal Procedure
CAUTION:
If a window is cracked but still intact, crisscross the window with masking tape in order to reduce the risk of damage or personal injury.
Important: Before cutting out a stationary window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
- Open the rear compartment lid in order to access the reveal molding.
- Remove the rear window reveal molding (1).
- Remove the upper interior quarter trim. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - REAR QUARTER UPPER in Interior Trim.
- Disconnect the rear window electrical connectors
- Remove the OnStar® antenna. Refer to COUPLING REPLACEMENT - ANTENNA INNER and COUPLING REPLACEMENT - ANTENNA OUTER in Cellular Communication.
- Disconnect the antenna connection from the rear window.CAUTION: If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be blown into the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.
- Cover to protect the following parts from broken glass:
- 7.1. Upper dash pad
- 7.2. Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
- 7.3. Seats and carpeting
- Remove the rear window reveal molding.
- 8.1. Grasp the lower corner of the rear window reveal molding by hand and slowly pull the reveal molding away from the rear window.
- 8.2. If the rear window reveal molding (1) will not release, use a utility knife in order to cut around the rear window in order to remove the rear window reveal molding.
Important: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.
- 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, J 39032 or equivalent in order to remove the window.
- With the aid of an assistant, use the suction cups in order to lift the rear window from the opening.