Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Service manual — part 2970

Fig. 11: Window Lower Supports
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12. Remove the window lower supports (1) by using a flat-bladed tool, lightly prying upward in

the middle until the support releases.

IMPORTANT: The window lower supports have molded locks with an

urethane adhesive strip on the back side. Once the window
lower stops have been removed, the stops must be replaced.

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Fig. 12: Separating Urethane Adhesive From Window
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13. Use J 24402-A , J 39032 , or equivalent in order to remove the window. See Special

Tools.

Leave a base of urethane on the pinchweld flange.

The only suitable lubrication is clear water.

IMPORTANT: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window in order

to properly separate the urethane adhesive from the window.

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Fig. 13: Separating Bottom Of Window
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14. Remove the bottom of the window from the urethane adhesive using a long utility knife or

similar tool.

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Fig. 14: View Of Removed Window
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15. With the aid of an assistant remove the window (1) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

1. Install a stationary window into the opening. Refer to Adhesive Installation of Stationary

Windows (Windshield) or Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows (Rear
Window).

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