Removal Procedure

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.

Open the hood.
Remove the windshield wiper arms and blades. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement .
Remove the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement .
Remove the windshield garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement (Impala) .
Remove the rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement .

CAUTION: If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be blown into the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.

Cover to protect the following parts from broken glass:
1. Upper dash pad.
2. Defroster outlets and A/C outlets.
3. Seats and carpeting.

CAUTION: Refer to GLASS AND SHEET METAL HANDLING CAUTION .

Fig 1: Using Utility Knife To Remove Reveal Molding

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Remove the windshield lace molding (1).
Use a utility knife in order to cut around the windshield in order to remove the windshield lace.

Grasp the lower corner of the windshield lace by hand and slowly pull the molding away from the windshield.

Fig 2: Identifying Lower Windshield Supports

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Remove the lower windshield supports (1) from the cowl panel, if equipped.

Fig 3: View Of Separating Urethane Adhesive From Window

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

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. See Special Tools .

Fig 4: Removing/Installing Windshield

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Remove the windshield (1) from the vehicle with the aid of an assistant (2).