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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCADILLAC2011ESCALADE BASE, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMEFIXED AND MOVEABLE WINDOWSREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSWINDSHIELD REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2011 Cadillac Escalade Base, AWD

Removal Procedure

2011 Cadillac Escalade Base, AWDSECTION Removal Procedure
    NOTE:

    Before cutting out a stationary window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.

  1. Remove the fixed antenna mast if equipped. Refer to Radio Antenna Replacement .
  2. Open the hood.
  3. Remove the window wiper arms. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (Chevrolet Hybrid Two-mode) , Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (Conventional) .
  4. Remove the air inlet grille panel. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement .
    5. NOTE:

    If the outside moisture sensor was remove from the windshield the lens must be replaced.

  5. Remove the outside moisture sensor lens. Refer to Windshield Outside Moisture Sensor Lens Replacement .
  6. Remove the inside rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement .
    7. Fig 1: Front Door Sealing Weatherstrips And Retainer
    GM1743196Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Reposition the front door sealing weatherstrips (1) in order to access the side reveal molding screws. You do not have to remove the front door sealing weatherstrip completely from the vehicle.
    8. Fig 2: Window Side Reveal Molding Screws
    GM1743200Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the screws from the left and the right sides of window side reveal moldings.
  9. Remove the reveal side moldings from the vehicle.
    10. WARNING:

    If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be blown into the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.

  10. Cover the following parts to protect from broken glass:
    1. The upper dash pad
    2. The defroster outlets and A/C outlets
    3. The seats and the carpeting
    11. Fig 3: Window Lower Supports
    GM698561Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.