Removal Procedure
- Open and support the liftgate window.NOTE: Refer to LIFTGATE ASSIST ROD NOTICE in GM VEHICLES CAUTIONS & NOTICES article.
- Remove the retainer from the hinge pin.
The hinge pin is located at the upper end of the liftgate window strut.
Discard the retainer.
- Remove the hinge pin from the upper end of the liftgate window strut.
Discard the hinge pin.
- Lift up the retainer clips on the liftgate window struts using a small flat-bladed tool.
- Remove the lower end of the liftgate window struts from the ball joint.
- Remove the liftgate window struts from the liftgate window.