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Removal Procedure

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  1. Open and support the rear lift window panel.
    Fig 1: Supporting Rear Lift Window Panel
    G01452048Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Disconnect the lower rear defogger electrical connector from the strut.
  3. Reposition the retaining clip outward from the strut's lower ball socket using a small flat-bladed tool.
  4. Pull the strut from the lower ball stud.
    Fig 2: Pulling Strut From Lower Ball Stud
    G01452049Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Disconnect the electrical connector from the upper end of the strut.
  6. Remove the strut from the upper ball stud.
    Fig 3: Removing Strut From Upper Ball Stud
    G01452050Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.