Quarter Window Glass: Service and Repair

Quarter Window Replacement

Special Tool
* 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

Warning

If a window is cracked but still intact, crisscross the window with masking tape in order to reduce the risk of damage or personal injury.

Note: Before cutting out a quarter window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.

1. Open the liftgate.
2. Remove the inside quarter upper trim panel molding. Refer to Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement (Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement).
Warning: Refer to Defroster Outlet Warning (Service Precautions).

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

* Upper dash pad
* Defroster outlets and air conditioning (A/C) outlets
* Seats and carpeting

Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning (Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning).


Note: When cutting out the quarter window use care not to damage the encapsulation around the perimeter of the quarter window. If the encapsulation is damaged, the window must be replaced.

Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the quarter window. Do this from inside the vehicle to protect the outer painted surface.

4. 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 the J 24402-A , J 39032 , or equivalent in order to remove the quarter window.




5. With the aid of an assistant, remove the window (1) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

Note: The molded encapsulation surrounding the quarter window is made using PVC plastic materials. Use a specific PVC primer application prior to applying the urethane adhesive bead to the window.

1. Install the quarter window into the opening. Refer to Adhesive Installation of Encapsulated Stationary Windows (Adhesive Installation of Encapsulated Stationary Windows).
2. Install the inside quarter upper trim panel molding. Refer to Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement (Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement).
3. Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
4. Close the liftgate.