Windshield: Service and Repair

Windshield Replacement

Tools Required
* J 24402-A Glass Sealant - Cold Knife Remover
* J 39032 Stationary Glass Removal Tool
* Urethane Adhesive Kit GM P/N 12346392 or Equivalent
* Isopropyl Alcohol
* 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 T-tops, if equipped.
3. Remove the wiper arms.
4. Remove the air inlet grille.
5. Remove the inside rearview mirror.
6. Remove the I/P upper trim pad.

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

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

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






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.

Important: The windshield reveal molding (2) fills the cavities between the body and windshield.

8. If the windshield reveal molding is stretched or damaged it can not be reused it must be replaced.




9. Remove the windshield reveal molding from the windshield (1). Refer to Urethane Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows.
Grasp the lower corner of the windshield reveal molding by hand and slowly pull the reveal molding away from the windshield.
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.




10. Remove the lower windshield supports to the cowl panel, if equipped.






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

11. 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.




12. Remove the bottom of the windshield from the urethane adhesive using a long utility knife or similar tool. Keep the cutting edge of the utility knife against the glass.




13. Remove the windshield (1) from the vehicle with the aid of an assistant (2).

Installation Procedure

1. Install a stationary window into the opening.
2. Remove the I/P upper trim pad.
3. Install the inside rearview mirror.
4. Install the air inlet grille.
5. Install the wiper arms.
6. Install the T-tops, if equipped.
7. Close the hood.
8. Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.