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Removal Procedure

    IMPORTANT: Ensure that the liftgate is closed before starting the removal procedure on the liftgate window.
  1. Remove the liftgate upper molding. Refer to Liftgate Upper Molding Replacement .
  2. Fig 1: Identifying Liftgate Window & Related Components
    GM698590Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Open the liftgate window (1).
  4. Fig 2: View Of Liftgate Window Handle Bolts And Defogger Grid Electrical Connectors
    GM698542Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the liftgate window handle bolts (3).
  6. Remove the outside handle (4) and striker from the liftgate window.
  7. Remove the liftgate window defogger electrical connectors (2) from the right and left sides.
  8. Fig 3: Identifying Liftgate Window & Related Components
    GM698590Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: When a lift gate hold open device is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle or personal injury.
  9. With the aid of an assistant remove the struts (3) from the liftgate window. Refer to Liftgate Strut Replacement .
  10. Lower the liftgate window (1).
  11. Fig 4: View Of Hinge Pin C-Clips, Pins & Liftgate Window Hinges
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    IMPORTANT: Do not open liftgate once the hinge pins have been removed from the liftgate window.
  12. With the liftgate closed, remove the hinge pin C-clips (2) and (3) from the liftgate window hinges.
  13. Remove the hinge pins (1).
  14. Fig 5: Liftgate Window
    GM698533Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  15. Remove the liftgate window from the vehicle with the aid of an assistant.