Quarter Window Replacement (Wagon)
Quarter Window Replacement (Wagon)
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 or Equivalent
* Cartridge-type Caulking Gun
* Commercial-type Utility Knife
* Razor Blade Scraper
* Suction Cups
* Plastic Paddle
Removal Procedure
Caution: 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.
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 rear upper garnish molding. Refer to Garnish Molding Replacement - Rear Upper (Garnish Molding Replacement - Rear Upper) in Interior Trim.
2. Use J 24402-A , J 39032 or equivalent in order to remove the window.
Caution: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Caution in Cautions and Notices.
Important: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.
3. This will allow the urethane adhesive to be separated from the window.
* Leave a base of urethane on the pinch-weld flange.
* The only suitable lubrication is clear water.
4. Remove the quarter window from the pinch-weld flange.
Installation Procedure
1. Install a quarter window into the opening. Refer to Urethane Adhesive Installation of Bodyside Stationary Windows (Sedan) (Urethane Adhesive Installation of Bodyside Stationary Windows (Sedan))Urethane Adhesive Installation of Bodyside Stationary Windows (Wagon) (Urethane Adhesive Installation of Bodyside Stationary Windows (Wagon))Urethane Adhesive Installation of Bodyside Stationary Windows (Lift Gate) (Procedures).
2. Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
3. Install the rear upper garnish molding. Refer to Garnish Molding Replacement - Rear Upper (Garnish Molding Replacement - Rear Upper) in Interior Trim.
4. Raise the rear seat back.