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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1999FORWARD CONTROL 5.7 R, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 416 (INTERIOR TRIM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSTRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - REAR WINDOW SHELFREMOVAL PROCEDURE

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, Automatic

Removal Procedure

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Buick Regal and 2002 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

From inside the rear compartment, remove the bulb from the high mount stoplamp.

Fig 1: Identifying High Mount Stoplamp Bulb
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Remove the rear seat cushion. Refer to SEAT CUSHION REPLACEMENT - REAR .
Remove the rear seat back. Refer to SEAT BACK REPLACEMENT - REAR (NON-FOLDING) or SEAT BACK REPLACEMENT - REAR (FOLDING) .
Remove the push pins from the panel front.
Lift the panel and remove the seat belts through the slots in the trim panel.
Slide the panel forward to disengage the integral hook from the retaining hole.

Fig 2: Identifying Rear Window Shelf Trim Panel

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Disconnect the electrical cable connector for the high mount stoplamp, located on the passenger end of panel.
Remove the rear shelf.

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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.