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Installation Procedure

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NOTE: DO NOT close the lift window panel with the struts attached unless the window is installed and the window adhesive fully cured. The window adds strength and rigidity to the lift window panel. Attempting to close the lift window panel, with the struts installed, without a window or with the window adhesive not fully cured, could cause the panel to crack.
    Fig 1: Lift Window Panel And Suitably
    GM71238Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install sealant to the hinge studs to prevent water leaks.
  2. Place a protective covering over the roof bow.
  3. With an assistant, position the lift window panel with the shims to the roof bow.
    4. Fig 2: Nuts At Hinges
    GM405645Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Align the lift window panel to the opening with a 7 mm (0.27 in) gap between the window and the roof bow.
    5. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  5. Install the hinge nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the lift window hinge nuts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  6. Open and support the lift window panel.
    7. Fig 3: Upper Defogger Connection At Strut
    GM71233Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the struts to the lift window panel.
  8. Remove the lift window panel temporary support.
  9. Connect the window defogger connections.
    10. Fig 4: Antenna Jumper Cable Connection
    GM284756Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Connect the antenna jumper cable to the lift window.
    11. Fig 5: Trim Panel At Roof Bow
    GM71244Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Install the trim panel to the roof bow. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Roof Bow in Interior Trim.
  12. Close the lift window panel.
    13. Fig 6: Sunroof View
    GM63735Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Install the roof panel.
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