Removing black window trim under windows

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12-11-2015, 09:43 AM

Bulldoggie15

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Removing black window trim under windows

I am trying to remove the window trim on my TL under the Windows, the black is peeling. I have read the DIY on how to wrap them with new vinyl and I have read the service manual instructions on how to remove the molding. However, I still have not been able to successfully get them off. I removed the screw for the front, I have pulled up and forward and it does not seem to be budging. Can someone help guide me? From where I removed the screw do I wedge my fingers in there and pull up? Out? Thanks so much!

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12-11-2015, 03:48 PM

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Best I can say is be careful. The FSM says that they will bend when removed and to replace with new.

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12-11-2015, 10:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Bulldoggie15

I removed the screw for the front, I have pulled up and forward and it does not seem to be budging. Can someone help guide me? From where I removed the screw do I wedge my fingers in there and pull up? Out? Thanks so much!

Pull straight back, in the direction opposite the door hinges and pillar.
The trim slides along a channel molded into the weatherstrip.