Liftgate Window Glass: Service and Repair

Liftgate Window Replacement

Special Tools

* 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: Refer to Cracked Window Warning Cracked Window Warning.


Note: 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 liftgate.

2. Remove the liftgate lower trim finish panel. Refer to Liftgate Lower Trim Finish Panel Replacement and Liftgate Lower Trim Finish Panel Replacement .

3. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the liftgate window defogger bus bar.

4. Remove the rear window wiper arm. Refer to Rear Window Wiper Arm Replacement (Equinox) Rear Window Wiper Arm Replacement (Equinox)Rear Window Wiper Arm Replacement (Terrain) Rear Window Wiper Arm Replacement (Terrain).

5. Remove the rear end spoiler. Refer to Rear End Spoiler Replacement (Terrain) Rear End Spoiler Replacement (Terrain)Rear End Spoiler Replacement (Equinox) Rear End Spoiler Replacement (Equinox).

Warning: Refer to Defroster Outlet Warning Defroster Outlet Warning.


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

* Upper dash pad

* Defroster outlets and A/C outlets

* Seats and carpeting





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


7. Using a utility knife, carefully cut the lace (1) from the sides and the top edge of the window to access the urethane adhesive bead, if equipped.





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

8. 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 J 24402-A - glass sealant (cold knife) remover, J 39032 - stationary glass removal tool or equivalent in order to remove the window.

Note: Keep the cutting edge of the knife/tool against the window. Do this from inside the vehicle.

9. If necessary, use a long utility knife or similar tool to remove the bottom corners of the window from the urethane adhesive.




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

Installation Procedure

1. Install the liftgate window into the opening. Refer to Adhesive Installation of Liftgate Windows Adhesive Installation of Liftgate Windows.

2. Install the rear end spoiler. Refer to Rear End Spoiler Replacement (Terrain) Rear End Spoiler Replacement (Terrain)Rear End Spoiler Replacement (Equinox) Rear End Spoiler Replacement (Equinox).

3. Install the rear window wiper arm. Refer to Rear Window Wiper Arm Replacement (Equinox) Rear Window Wiper Arm Replacement (Equinox)Rear Window Wiper Arm Replacement (Terrain) Rear Window Wiper Arm Replacement (Terrain).

4. Connect the liftgate window defogger electrical connectors to the bus bar.

5. Install the liftgate lower trim finish panel. Refer to Liftgate Lower Trim Finish Panel Replacement and Liftgate Lower Trim Finish Panel Replacement .

6. Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.

7. Close the liftgate.