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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 .
  3. Remove the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement .
  4. Remove the windshield side garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Side Garnish Molding Replacement (Coupe) , Windshield Side Garnish Molding Replacement (Convertible) .
  5. Remove the sunshades. Refer to Sunshade Replacement (Coupe) , Sunshade Replacement (Convertible) .
  6. Remove the inside rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement .
  7. Lower the front edge of the headliner this will allow the special tool S-0201964  Bonded, Glass Removing Device to cut across the top of the window and not damage the headliner edge.
    8. WARNING:

    Refer to Defroster Outlet Warning .

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

    Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning .

    NOTE:

    If the original window is being reused the window lace is not serviceable.

  9. Using the appropriate tool, carefully cut around the lace (1), start in the center working from side to side of the window to access the urethane adhesive bead, if equipped.
  10. Remove the window from the auto-adhesive as follows:
    • Leave a base of urethane approximately 2 mm (0.078 in) on the pinch-weld flange.
    • The only suitable lubrication is clear water.
    • Use S-0201964  Bonded, Glass Removing Device.
    11. NOTE:

    Use care when removing the window not to cut off the locator pins in the left and right upper corners. If the locating pins are cut off it will be necessary to use masking tape to tape the window in place until the auto-adhesive cures.

  11. Start the cut between the center of the windshield and the "A" pillar.
    1. Do this from inside the vehicle, insert the tool S-0201964  Bonded, Glass Removing Device (1) between the "A" pillar and the windshield, thus perforating the adhesive.
    2. Move the cutting wire along the outside edge of the window.
    3. Remove the tool S-0201964  Bonded, Glass Removing Device.
    4. Do this from inside the vehicle, install the cutting wire special tool S-0201964  Bonded, Glass Removing Device (1).
    5. Do this from outside the vehicle, install the cutting wire special tool S-0201964  Bonded, Glass Removing Device (2).
    6. With an assistant, use the special tool S-0201964  Bonded, Glass Removing Device (1) to hold the cutting wire, pull it starting from the outside, back and forth releasing the window from the adhesive.
    7. While cutting the window reposition the cutting wire and special tools, so as to cut the adhesive along the window completely.
    12. Fig 2: Removing Windshield With Aid Of An Assistant
    GM379903Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  12. Remove the windshield from the vehicle with an assistant, use the glass handling suction cups.
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