Windshield: Service and Repair

Windshield 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 air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement Service and Repair.

3. Remove the windshield garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement.

4. Remove the inside rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement.

Warning:
Refer to Defroster Outlet Warning Service Precautions.


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

* Upper dash pad

* Defroster outlets and A/C outlets

* Seats and 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.





Note:
Use care when removing the 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.

7. 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.





Note:
Keep the cutting edge of the appropriate tool against the window. Do this from inside the vehicle.

8. If necessary, use the appropriate tool to remove the bottom corners of the windshield from the urethane adhesive.





9. Remove the windshield from the vehicle with an assistant.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the windshield 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 (Windshield) Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows (Windshield).

2. Install the inside rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement.

3. Install the windshield garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement.

4. Install the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement Service and Repair.

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.