Windshield Replacement

Windshield Replacement

Special Tools
* J 24402-A Glass Sealant Cold Knife Remover
* J 39032 Stationary Glass Removal Tool
* Use a urethane adhesive systems which meet GM Specification GM 3651G

Removal Procedure

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. Open the hood.
2. Remove the windshield wiper arms and blades. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (Equinox Driver Side) (Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (Driver Side)) Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (Equinox Passenger Side) (Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (Passenger Side)) Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (Terrain Driver Side) (Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (Driver Side)) Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (Terrain Passenger Side) (Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (Passenger Side)).
3. Remove the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Screen Replacement (Equinox) (Air Inlet Screen Replacement) Air Inlet Screen Replacement (Terrain) (Air Inlet Screen Replacement).
4. Remove the interior windshield pillar garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Side Garnish Molding Replacement (Windshield Side Garnish Molding Replacement).
5. Remove the rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement (Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement).
6. Remove the remote control door lock receiver. Refer to Remote Control Door Lock Receiver Replacement (Service and Repair).
Warning: Refer to Defroster Outlet Warning (Technician Safety Information).

7. 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).

8. Using a utility knife, carefully cut the lace (1) from the sides and the top edge of the window to access the urethane adhesive bead, if equipped.





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

9. 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.
* Use J 24402-A, J 39032, or equivalent to remove the window.





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

10. If necessary, use a long utility knife or similar tool to remove the bottom corners of the windshield from the urethane adhesive.





Note: If the retainers are cut off when removing the window it will be necessary to tape the it in place.

11. With the aid of an assistant (2), remove the windshield (1) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the windshield into the opening. Refer to Adhesive Installation of Windshields (Adhesive Installation of Windshields).
2. Install the remote control door lock receiver. Refer to Remote Control Door Lock Receiver Replacement (Service and Repair).
3. Install the rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement (Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement).
4. Install the interior windshield pillar garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Side Garnish Molding Replacement (Windshield Side Garnish Molding Replacement).
5. Install the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Screen Replacement (Equinox) (Air Inlet Screen Replacement) Air Inlet Screen Replacement (Terrain) (Air Inlet Screen Replacement).
6. Install the windshield wipers arms and blades. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (Equinox Driver Side) (Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (Driver Side)) Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (Equinox Passenger Side) (Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (Passenger Side)) Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (Terrain Driver Side) (Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (Driver Side)) Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (Terrain Passenger Side) (Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (Passenger Side)).
7. Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
8. Close the hood.