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Installation Procedure

  1. Replace the upper windshield stoppers (1) and (2).
  2. Install a stationary window into the opening. Refer to URETHANE ADHESIVE INSTALLATION OF STATIONARY WINDOWS  .
    Fig 1: Installing Stationary Window Into Opening
    G01434335Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the air inlet grille. Refer to AIR INLET GRILLE PANEL REPLACEMENT in Body Front End.
  4. Install the windshield wiper arms. Refer to WIPER ARM REPLACEMENT in Wipers/Washer Systems.
  5. Close the hood.
  6. Install the rearview mirror. Refer to REARVIEW MIRROR REPLACEMENT  .
  7. Install the windshield side garnish moldings (1). Refer to GARNISH MOLDING REPLACEMENT - WINDSHIELD PILLAR in Interior Trim.
  8. Remove the double layer of masking tape from around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
  9. Close the door.
    Fig 2: Installing Windshield Side Garnish Moldings
    G01434336Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.