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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1399 (STATIONARY WINDOW SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSWINDSHIELD REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD

Removal Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 6 other vehicles, including the 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2004 GMC Envoy XUV, 2004 GMC Envoy XL, 2004 GMC Envoy, and 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    IMPORTANT: 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. Open the hood.
    2. CAUTION: If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be blown into the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.
  2. Cover and protect the following parts from broken glass:
    • Upper dash pad
    • Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
    • Seats and carpeting
  3. Remove the fixed antenna mast, if equipped. Refer to Fixed Antenna Mast Replacement in Entertainment.
  4. Remove the windshield wiper arms. Refer to Wiper Arm Replacement in Wipers/Washer Systems.
  5. Remove the cowl air inlet grille panel. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement (Envoy, TrailBlazer) or Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement (Rainier) in Body Front End.
    6. Fig 1: Removing/Installing Weather-Strip Retainers
    GM588275Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the push-pins (2) from the front door sealing weatherstrips (1) located at the base of the pillar.
    7. Fig 2: View Of Front Door Sealing Weatherstrip
    GM441415Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Reposition the front door sealing weatherstrips (1) in order to access the side reveal molding screws.

    It is not necessary to remove the front door sealing weatherstrip completely from the vehicle.

    8. Fig 3: Removing Window Side Reveal Molding Screws
    GM398502Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the side reveal moldings screws.
    9. Fig 4: Window Side Reveal Molding
    GM398501Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove the side of the reveal moldings.
  10. Remove the rearview mirror. Refer to Rearview Mirror Replacement .
  11. Remove the rain sensor, if equipped. Refer to Windshield Outside Moisture Sensor Replacement in Wipers/Washer Systems.
    12. Fig 5: Upper Windshield Reveal Molding
    GM105242Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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  • • 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.
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