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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.
  1. Remove the roof center panel assembly. Refer to Panel Applique Replacement - Roof Center in Exterior Trim.
  2. Remove the roof rear panel assembly. Refer to Panel Applique Replacement - Roof Rear in Exterior Trim.
  3. Remove the tail lamp assembly. Refer to Tail Lamp Assembly and/or Backup, Sidemarker, Stop, Turn Signal Bulb Replacement in Lighting Systems.
  4. Fig 1: View Of Quarter Window
    GM930813Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: The quarter window has hard plastic alignment pins at the front upper and rear lower corners of the glass. It may be necessary to push the window away from the vehicle in order to completely cut the urethane adhesive.
  5. UseJ 24402-A  , J 39032  or equivalent in order to remove the window. See Special Tools and Equipment .
  6. CAUTION: When working with any type of glass or sheet metal with exposed or rough edges, wear approved safety glasses and gloves in order to reduce the chance of personal injury.
    Fig 2: Separating Urethane Adhesive From Window
    GM71179Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.
  7. 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 the J 39032  or equivalent in order to remove the window. See Special Tools and Equipment .
  8. Fig 3: Removing/Installing Stationary Window
    GM930753Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove the stationary window from the pinchweld flange with the aid of an assistant.