Windshield Replacement

Windshield Replacement

Tools Required
* 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. Open the hood.
2. Remove the windshield wiper arms and blades. Refer to Wiper Arm Replacement in Wipers/Washer Systems.
3. Remove the windshield reveal moldings.
4. Remove the interior windshield pillar garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement (Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement) in Interior Trim.
5. Remove the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement (Service and Repair) in Body Front End.
6. Remove the rearview mirror. Refer to Rearview Mirror Replacement (Rearview Mirror Replacement).

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




7. Cover the following parts to protect 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.

8. Remove the lower windshield location cams from the cowl panel, if equipped.
9. Cut the urethane adhesive along the windshield pillars:

* Leave a base of urethane on the pinchweld flange.
* The only suitable lubrication is clear water.
* From the outside of the car, use J 39032 to cut the urethane along the sides of the window.

10. From the inside of the car, cut the urethane bead along the top and the bottom of the windshield.




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

Installation Procedure




1. Install a stationary window into the opening. Refer to Urethane Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows (Windshield) (Urethane Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows (Windshield))Urethane Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows (Back Window) (Procedures).
2. Install the rearview mirror. Refer to Rearview Mirror Replacement (Rearview Mirror Replacement).
3. Install the interior windshield pillar garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement (Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement) in Interior Trim.
4. Install the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement (Service and Repair) in Body Front End.
5. Install the windshield wipers arms and blades. Refer to Wiper Arm Replacement in Wipers/Washer Systems.
6. Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
7. Close the hood.