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Removal Procedure

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  1. Apply tape to the liftgate around the area of the molding.
    Fig 1: Removing/Installing Liftgate Upper Molding Tape & Retaining Bolts
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  2. Open the liftgate.
  3. Remove the bolts retaining the high mounted stop lamp. Refer to High Mounted Stop Lamp Replacement (Envoy, Trailblazer, Bravada) in Lighting Systems.
  4. Remove the retaining bolts (1) that secure the molding to the top edge of the liftgate.
  5. Separate the bottom edge of the molding from the window using a plastic, flat-bladed tool to release the adhesive strip (2) from the window.
    NOTE: Use a plastic, flat-bladed tool to prevent paint damage when removing an emblem/name plate.
  6. Remove the molding from the vehicle.
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