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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1999FORWARD CONTROL 5.7 R, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 655 (INTERIOR TRIM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSWINDSHIELD UPPER GARNISH MOLDING REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, Automatic

Removal Procedure

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Removal Procedure

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Remove the windshield side garnish moldings.
1. Grasp the windshield side garnish molding.
2. Pull the molding with its retainers from the windshield frame.
  
  Fig 1: Windshield Side Garnish Moldings
  Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Remove the inside rearview mirror.
1. Disconnect the inside rearview mirror electrical connector.
2. Loosen the mirror mount tension screw.
3. Slide the mirror up off the mirror bracket.
  
  Fig 2: Inside Rearview Mirror
  Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Remove the sunshades. Refer to SUNSHADE REPLACEMENT in Interior Trim.

Fig 3: Sunshades
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Grasp the upper garnish molding and pull the garnish molding with its retainers from the windshield frame.

Fig 4: Pulling Garnish Molding With Retainers From Windshield Frame
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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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.