Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2002 GMC Envoy XL, 2002 GMC Envoy, and 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Rear Door .
Remove the water deflector. Refer to Water Deflector Replacement - Rear Door .
Remove the outer belt sealing strip. Refer to Sealing Strip Replacement - Rear Door Window Belt Outer .

Fig 1: Regulator In Remove/Load Position And Window Fully Secure Position (Rear Door)

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Adjust the window to the remove/load position (2).
Mark the location of the window at the regulator clamps.
Loosen the 2 regulator clamp bolts.

CAUTION: When working with any type of glass or sheet metal with exposed or rough edges, wear approved safety glasses and gloves in order to reduce the chance of personal injury.

In order to remove the window out of the frame, carefully grasp and tilt the window as you guide the window up and forward.
Remove the window from the door.