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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1998SUBURBAN K2500, 7.4 J, PART TIMEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 601 (BODY REAR END)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSWINDOW REPLACEMENT - LIFT GATEREMOVAL PROCEDURE
1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part Time
Removal Procedure
1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part TimeSECTION Removal Procedure
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- Open the liftgate window.
- Support the liftgate window.
- Remove the high mount stoplamp spoiler assembly. Refer to HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP REPLACEMENT (UTILITY - ENDGATE WINDOW) or HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP REPLACEMENT (UTILITY - ROOF MOUNTED) or HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP REPLACEMENT (PICKUP) in Lighting Systems.
- Disconnect the window defogger electrical connectors, if equipped.
- Remove the liftgate window struts. Refer to STRUT REPLACEMENT - LIFT GATE WINDOW .
- Open the liftgate in order to expose the liftgate window hinges.
- Remove the liftgate window hinge pin retainers from the hinge pins.
Discard the liftgate window hinge pin retainers.
- Remove the liftgate window hinge pins.
- With an assistant, remove the liftgate window from the liftgate.
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When to See a Mechanic
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.