Quarter Window Glass Removal

2006 Chevrolet Suburban K1500, 5.3 ZSECTION Quarter Window Glass Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Remove the following parts:
    1. Rear seat (See REAR SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
    2. Rear scuff plate (See REAR SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
    3. Tire house trim (See TIRE HOUSE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
    4. Trunk side upper trim (See TRUNK SIDE UPPER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
    5. C-pillar trim (See C-PILLAR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  2. Set the headliner out of the way.
  3. Apply protective tape along the edge of the body and the quarter window glass.
  4. Cut off the pins.
    Fig 1: Cutting Off Pins
    G02566759Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. Make a hole through the sealant from the inside of the vehicle using an awl, avoiding the pins and fastener.
    Fig 2: Locating Quarter Window Glass Pin & Fastener
    G02566760Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  6. Pass the SSTΒ  (piano wire), cut to sufficient length, through the hole.
    WARNING:
    • Using the SST (piano wire) with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves when using the SST (piano wire).
  7. Wind each end of the SSTΒ  (piano wire) around a bar.
    Fig 3: Cutting Sealant Using Piano Wire (1 Of 2)
    G02566761Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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