To remove
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2001 Saab 9-3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the door seal from the B-pillar.
- Remove the trim from the B-pillar and pull it down along the seatbelt.
- Remove the sill scuff plate.
- Fold up the seat cushion in the rear seat.
- Fold the backrest cushion forwards and remove the rear clip holding the side trim.
- Fold up the backrest cushion. Remove the remaining clips and lift out the side trim.
- Remove the seal around the tailgate opening from the C-pillar.
- Remove the C-pillar trim by the side window.
- Fold down the headlining by the side window.
- Remove the nuts securing the side window.
- Attach a lifting handle to the outside of the window.
- Get assistance from a co-worker. Press and pull out the side window. Cut the butyl tape sealing the side window with a knife as the window loosens. Be careful not to damage the paint work or side window plastic embedment. Use safety glasses and work gloves.