Removal and 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 air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement (Service and Repair) in Body Front End.
4. Remove the windshield frame appliques. Refer to Applique Replacement - Windshield Frame .
5. 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.





6. 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.

7. Remove the lower windshield supports (1) from the cowl panel, if equipped.
8. 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.

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




10. 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 (Service and Repair) .
2. Install the rearview mirror. Refer to Rearview Mirror Replacement (Rearview Mirror Replacement) .
3. Install the front upper garnish molding . Refer to Molding Replacement - Roof Weld Joint Reveal - Front (Coupe) Molding Replacement - Roof Weld Joint Reveal - Front (Sedan) in Exterior Trim.
4. Install the windshield frame appliques. Refer to Applique Replacement - Windshield Frame in Exterior Trim.
5. Install the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement (Service and Repair) in Body Front End.
6. Install the windshield wipers arms and blades. Refer to Wiper Arm Replacement in Wipers/Washer Systems.
7. Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
8. Close the hood.