Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2022 Cadillac CT4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING:

Refer to Cracked Window Warning .

WARNING:

Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning .

Disable the SIR system. SIR Disabling and Enabling
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Insert a 457 mm (18 in) prybar next to the inboard side of each wire loop and push down, using the floor as leverage, to disengage the retainers.
Pull up on the front of the seat cushion and lift out of the vehicle.
Rear Seat Cushion (1) - Remove
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NOTE:
Left side shown, right side similar.

Fold both rear seat backs to the downward position.
Access both left side and right side rear seat back bolster locks (1) through a slot in the upper portion of both bolsters.
Slide both left side and right side rear seat back bolster locks (1) toward the front of the vehicle.
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NOTE:
Left side shown, right side similar.

Rear Seat Back Bolster Nut (1) - Left Side and Right Side - Remove [2x]
Squeeze the rear seat back bolster retainer to release it.
Rear Seat Back Bolster (2) - Left Side and Right Side - Remove
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NOTE:
Left side shown, right side similar.

Remove both left side and right side lower rear seat belt retractor bolts (1).
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NOTE:
Left side shown, right side similar.

Using the appropriate trim tool, remove both left side and right side quarter window trim finish panel bolt caps (1).
Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Bolt (2) - Left Side and Right Side - Remove [2x]
Feed both lower rear seat belt retractor belts through the bezel opening of both left side and right side quarter upper trim panels (3).
Quarter Upper Trim Panel (3) - Left Side and Right Side - Remove

NOTE:

If reusing the rear window, use care when disconnecting the defrost tabs to not twist or pull excessively which may cause the defrost tab to separate from the rear window.

Disconnect the defrost tab electrical connectors.
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Insert a suitable flat-bladed plastic trim tool between the parameter of the high mount stop lamp opening cover (1) and headlining trim panel (2).
Separate the high mount stop lamp opening cover (1) from the headlining trim panel (2).
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Pull downward to release the retaining tabs.
High Mount Stop Lamp Opening Cover (1) - Remove
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High Mount Stop Lamp Bolt (1) - Remove [2x]
Disconnect the electrical connector.
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Release the retaining tabs and separate the high mount stop lamp (1) from the headlining trim panel (2).
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Slide the high mount stop lamp (1) rearward to disengage.
High Mount Stop Lamp (1) - Remove
Apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces.
Cover the seats and carpeting to protect from broken glass.
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NOTE:
Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the rear window. This will allow the urethane adhesive to be separated from the window.

Use BO-24402-A Glass Sealant Remover (1) or equivalent in order to remove the window.
- Leave a base of urethane on the pinchweld flange.
- The only suitable lubrication is clear water.
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With an assistant, remove the locator pins (1) and rear window (2) from the vehicle.
Transfer components as necessary.