Removal Procedure
Important:
• | The windshield reveal molding cannot be replaced without removing
the windshield. |
• | The original windshield molding cannot be reused. |
• | Pre-fit the service molding and the windshield to the body
as an assembly prior to the actual installation. |
• | The new windshield reveal moldings are primed and will adhere
to the urethane adhesive. |
• | Use a heat lamp in order to make the windshield reveal molding
more pliable. |
- Using a flat-bladed tool, carefully pry out the end of the windshield
reveal molding approximately 75 mm (3 in).
- Grasp the windshield reveal molding.
Slowly pull the windshield reveal molding away from the body.
- Remove the windshield. Refer to
Windshield Replacement
.
Installation Procedure
- Wipe the windshield reveal molding area with a clean, dampened
cloth using GM Window Cleaner GM P/N 1050427 or isopropyl alcohol
in order to clean the surface for the installation of the new windshield reveal
molding.
Allow to air dry.
- Prefit the new service
windshield reveal molding by locating on the body prior to actual installation.
- Start from the center and hand press the windshield reveal molding
into place.
- Tape the molding to keep it flush with the windshield, if necessary.
- Dry fit the windshield, with the reveal molding installed,
to the body prior to actual installation.
- Install the windshield. Refer to
Windshield Replacement
.