Windshield: Service and Repair

Windshield Replacement


Tools Required
* J 24402-A Glass Sealant (Cold Knife) Remover
* J 39032 Stationary Glass Removal Tool
* J 25070 Heat Gun
* Urethane Adhesive Kit GM P/N 12346392 or Equivalent
* Isopropyl Alcohol or Equivalent
* Cartridge-type Caulking Gun
* Commercial-type Utility Knife
* Razor Blade Scraper
* Suction Cups
* Plastic Paddle



Removal Procedure


Important: 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. Open the hood.
2. Remove the windshield wiper arms. Refer to Wiper Arm Replacement in Wipers/Washer Systems.
3. Remove the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement (Service and Repair) in Body Front End.

Caution: If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be blown into the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.

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

* Upper dash pad
* Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
* Seats and carpeting

5. Remove the windshield reveal molding. Refer to Urethane Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows (Urethane Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows) .
6. Remove the rearview mirror. Refer to Rearview Mirror Replacement (UE1) (Rearview Mirror Replacement (UE1)) .
7. Remove the rain sensor. Refer to Windshield Outside Moisture Sensor Replacement in Wipers/Washer Systems.
8. Remove the windshield garnish moldings. Refer to Garnish Molding Replacement - Windshield Pillar (Garnish Molding Replacement - Windshield Pillar) in Interior Trim.




Caution: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Caution in Cautions and Notices.

Important: The windshield reveal molding (1) is a one piece molding and fills the cavities between the body and windshield (2).


9. If the windshield reveal molding (1) is stretched or damaged it can not be reused.




10. Remove the windshield reveal molding.

1. Grasp the lower corner of the windshield reveal molding by hand and slowly pull the reveal molding away from the windshield.
2. If the windshield reveal molding will not release, use a utility knife in order to cut around the windshield in order to remove the windshield reveal molding.
3. Apply a double layer of masking tape to the body around the entire periphery of the stationary glass.





11. Be careful not to damage the lower windshield supports (1) to the cowl panel, if equipped.





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


12. This will allow the urethane adhesive to be separated from the window.

* Leave a base of urethane on the pinchweld flange.
* The only suitable lubrication is clear water.
* UseJ 24402-A , J 39032 or equivalent in order to cut the urethane bead to remove the window.





13. Remove the bottom of the window from the urethane adhesive using a long utility knife or similar tool. Keep the cutting edge of the utility knife against the glass. Do this from inside the vehicle.
14. Remove the windshield from the vehicle with the aid of an assistant.



Installation Procedure

1. Remove the double layer of masking tape from the body around the entire periphery of the stationary window.
2. Install a stationary window into the opening. Refer to Urethane Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows (Urethane Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows) .




3. Install the windshield garnish moldings (1). Refer to Garnish Molding Replacement - Windshield Pillar (Garnish Molding Replacement - Windshield Pillar) in Interior Trim.
4. Install the rain sensor. Refer to Windshield Outside Moisture Sensor Replacement in Wipers/Washer Systems.
5. Install the rearview mirror. Refer to Rearview Mirror Replacement (UE1) (Rearview Mirror Replacement (UE1)) .
6. Install the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement (Service and Repair) in Body Front End.
7. Install the windshield wipers arms. Refer toWiper Arm Replacement in Wipers/Washer Systems.
8. Remove the double layer of masking tape from the interior trim.
9. Close the hood.