Windshield: Service and Repair

Windshield Replacement

Tools Required

* J 24402-A Glass Sealant Remover (Cold Knife)
* J 39032 Stationary Glass Removal Tool
* 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. Remove the fixed antenna mast if equipped.
2. Open the hood.
3. Remove the window wiper arms.
4. Remove the cowl air inlet grille panel.




5. Reposition the front door sealing weatherstrips (1) in order to access to the side reveal molding screws.
It is not necessary to remove the front door sealing weatherstrip completely from the vehicle.






Caution: When working with any type of glass or sheet metal with exposed or rough edges, wear approved safety glasses and gloves in order to reduce the chance of personal injury.

6. Remove the screws from the left and right sides of window side reveal moldings.




7. Remove the window side reveal moldings from the vehicle.

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

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

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

9. Remove the rear view mirror.






Important: The upper window reveal molding fills the cavities between the body and window.

If the reveal molding is stretched or damaged, it cannot be reused. It must be replaced.

10. Remove the upper window reveal molding if the upper window reveal molding will not release it must be replaced.






Important: The window lower supports (1) have molded in locks with an urethane adhesive strip (2) on the back side. Once the window lower stop have been removed they must be replaced.

11. Remove the window lower supports (1) by using a flat bladed tool, lightly prying upward in the middle until it releases.






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.
* Use J 24402-A, J 39032 or equivalent in order 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.




14. With the aid of an assistant (2) remove the window (1) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

1. Install a stationary window into the opening.




2. Install the window side reveal moldings to the vehicle.






Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install the screws to the left and right sides of window side reveal moldings.

Tighten the window side reveal moldings screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).




4. Install the front door sealing weatherstrips (1) to the retainer (2).
5. Install the cowl air inlet grille panel.
6. Install the window wiper arms.
7. Install the antenna mast, if equipped.
8. Install the rear view mirror.
9. Close the hood.
10. Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.