Rear Window Replacement

Rear Window Replacement

Special Tools

* BO-24402-A - Glass Sealant Remover (Cold Knife)

* BO-39032 - Stationary Glass Removal Tool

* Use an adhesive that is approved by GM

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools Tools and Equipment

Removal Procedure

Warning: Refer to Cracked Window Warning Cracked Window Warning.


Note: Before cutting out a stationary window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.

1. Disconnect the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.

2. Remove the left and right body lock pillar trim panel. Refer to Body Lock Pillar Trim Panel Replacement (without Roof Side Rail Airbag) Body Lock Pillar Trim Panel Replacement (without Roof Side Rail Airbag)Body Lock Pillar Trim Panel Replacement (with Roof Side Rail Airbag) Body Lock Pillar Trim Panel Replacement (with Roof Side Rail Airbag).

3. Disconnect the rear window radio antenna connector.

4. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the rear window defogger bus bars.

5. Protect the following parts from broken glass:

* Seats

* Carpeting





Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning.


Note: If the original window is being reused the window lace is not serviceable.

6. Using the appropriate tool, carefully cut around the lace (1), start in the center working from side to side of the windshield to access the urethane adhesive bead.

Warning: Refer to Defroster Outlet Warning Service Precautions.


7. Cover the following parts to protect from the broken glass:

* Upper dash pad

* Defroster outlets and A/C outlets

* Seats and carpeting





Note: Use care when removing the rear window not to cut off the locator pins on the left and right sides. If the locating pins are cut off it will be necessary to use masking tape to tape the window in place until the auto-adhesive cures.

Note: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.

8. Remove the window from the urethane adhesive.

* Leave a base of urethane approximately 2 mm (0.078 in) on the pinch-weld flange.

* The only suitable lubrication is clear water.

* BO-24402-A - Glass Sealant Remover (Cold Knife).

* BO-39032 - Stationary Glass Removal Tool, or equivalent in order to remove the window.




9. With the an assistant, remove the window from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the rear window into the opening with an assistant. Refer to Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows (Rear Window) Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows (Rear Window)Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows (Body Side Front Window) Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows (Body Side Front Window)Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows (Quarter Window) Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows (Quarter Window)Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows (Windshield) Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows (Windshield).

2. Connect the rear window defogger electrical connectors to the bus bars.

3. Connect the rear window radio antenna connector.

4. Install the left and right body lock pillar trim panel. Refer to Body Lock Pillar Trim Panel Replacement (without Roof Side Rail Airbag) Body Lock Pillar Trim Panel Replacement (without Roof Side Rail Airbag)Body Lock Pillar Trim Panel Replacement (with Roof Side Rail Airbag) Body Lock Pillar Trim Panel Replacement (with Roof Side Rail Airbag).

5. Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.

6. Connect the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.