How do you fix/remove rear window surround trim?

Hi Jeff. I was in the auto-glass trade for 18 yrs and weaned on these cars. There should be a clip about every 6-8 inches. If the clip is just pushed forward and won't hold the molding. Simply cut a piece of rubber and slide it in between the clip and the rubber. To remove the molding you should be able to buy the proper tool from an automotive supply shop. Being from Canada I'm not familiar with some of the business names. Is it Pet Boys? They are fairly cheap. The tool goes down between the molding and the rubber and you should be able to feel the clip. You can practice on the old molding. I see someone had given you a picture what the tool looks like. If the clip is broken you can sneak the new clip in place. You can buy a GM clip that you can use or a Ford one will also work. The GM one is on the left (red) or the Ford one on the right (green). You just have to be careful. You won't break the glass because it's protected buy the gasket.
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If you have any questions just ask. I'd be happy to help you

its actually interesting to see the clip.. it's now obvious how that trim piece holds on.. do we know if they resell the mopar clips? thank you!

It's not scary at all. Just buy that tool in post 7. That bottom piece of trim is already trash so just practice on that piece until you get the hang of it. The tool slides in between the seal and the trim. Not the trim and the body. If you break a clip, a new one literally just screws in with a small screw.

I wouldn't mess with a window seal unless you absolutely have to. If it ain't broke, don't fix it. That's especially true with front and rear window seals since it's getting harder and harder to find people that are able to seal them up properly.

I totally understand the thought of a window seal - and i wouldnt honestly shy away from it either if it meant replacing the rusted clips. but if there isnt a need to remove it.. i wouldnt want to naturally.

Simple as hell if you know how to do it.

isnt it all isnt it all.. I bet its a quick job for someone who knows this stuff