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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the windshield garnish molding. Refer to Garnish Molding Replacement - Windshield Pillar .
  2. Release the front assist handle from the headliner. Refer to Assist Handle Replacement .
  3. Recline the bucket seat and release the upper portion of the center pillar trim panel. Refer to GARNISH MOLDING REPLACEMENT-Center Pillar .
  4. Open and rotate the sunshade parallel to the side window.
  5. Insert a small tool into the bezel access hole (1).

    Important:  Midway through the rotation cycle, the tool will move further into the access hole.

  6. Gently push upward on the tool while rotating the sunshade parallel to the windshield. The sunshade bezel should appear to be recessed.
    Fig 1: Locating Bezel Access Hole In Sunshade Bezel
    G01718971Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Important:  Ensure the bezel is recessed before removing the sunshade from the headliner.

  7. In order to remove the sunshade from the roof panel, carefully grab the headliner at the windshield pillar and apply downward pressure while gently rocking the sunshade.
  8. Remove the inboard retainer screw.
  9. Remove the inboard retainer (1) from the headliner.
    Fig 2: Removing Inboard Retainer From Headliner
    G01718972Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Reach above the headliner to access the electrical connector (1).
  11. Remove the electrical connectors from the headliner substrate.
  12. Disconnect the sunshade electrical connector from the headliner harness.
  13. Remove the sunshade from the vehicle.
    Fig 3: Disconnecting Sunshade Electrical Connector
    G01718973Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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