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Removal Procedure

  1. Open the hood.
  2. Lower the door windows.

    Important:  Before cutting out a stationary window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and inner trim.

  3. Remove the windshield wiper arms. Refer to WIPER ARM REPLACEMENT .
  4. Remove the roof lift off panel (coupe) or lower the folding top (convertible).
    Fig 1: Removing Roof Panel
    G01733414Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the hood air inlet screen seal. Refer to SEAL REPLACEMENT - HOOD REAR .
    Fig 2: Removing Hood Air Inlet Screen Seal
    G01733415Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the air inlet screen panel. Refer to AIR INLET GRILLE PANEL REPLACEMENT .
    Fig 3: Removing Air Inlet Screen Panel Screws
    G01733416Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the lower windshield supports (1) from the cowl panel, if equipped.
    Fig 4: Removing Lower Windshield Supports
    G01733417Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the rearview mirror. Refer to Rearview Mirror Replacement (Base) .
    WARNING: Defroster Outlet Caution: If broken glass falls into the defroster outlet, it can be blown into the passenger compartment and cause personal injury. 
  9. Cover to protect the following parts from broken glass:
    1. 9.1. Upper dash pad.
    2. 9.2. Defroster outlets and A/C outlets.
    3. 9.3. Seats and carpeting.
      Fig 5: Removing Rearview Mirror
      G01733418Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Remove the windshield weatherstrip. Refer to Weatherstrip Replacement (Coupe and Convertible)  or Weatherstrip Replacement (Hardtop) .
    Fig 6: Remove Windshield Weatherstrip Screws
    G01733419Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Remove the windshield side reveal moldings. Refer to Side Reveal Molding Replacement (Coupe and Convertible)  or Side Reveal Molding Replacement (Hardtop) .
    Fig 7: Removing Reveal Molding Screws
    G01733420Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Remove the windshield side garnish moldings and retainer clips from the windshield frame
    Fig 8: Removing Side Garnish Moldings
    G01733421Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Remove the 4 rearmost screws that attach the top of the fender to the wheelhouse.

    Important:  Tape or otherwise protect the fender from the cutting tool.

  14. Reposition the top of the fender for tool access.
    Fig 9: Removing Fender Mounting Screws
    G01733422Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Important:  Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.

  15. This will allow the urethane adhesive to be separated from the window.
    • Leave a base of urethane on the pinch-weld flange.
    • The only suitable lubrication is clear water.
    • Use J 24402-A, J 39032  or equivalent in order to remove the window.
      Fig 10: Separating Windshield Using J 24402-A
      G01733423Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  16. Remove the bottom of the window from the urethane adhesive using a long utility knife or similar tool. Keep the cutting edge of the utility knife against the glass. Do this from inside the vehicle.
    Fig 11: Removing Bottom Of Windshield From Adhesive
    G01733424Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  17. Remove the windshield (1) from the vehicle with the aid of an assistant (2).
    Fig 12: Removing Windshield
    G01733425Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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