Windshield: Service and Repair

Windshield Replacement

Tools Required
* J 24402-A
* J 39032
* 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 air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement Service and Repair
3. Remove the rearview mirror. Refer to Rearview Mirror Replacement Rearview Mirror Replacement





Caution: Refer to Defroster Outlet Caution Defroster Outlet Caution

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

* Upper dash pad
* Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
* Seats and carpeting

Caution: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Caution Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Caution




5. Using a utility knife, carefully cut the exposed reveal molding (1) from the sides and the top edge of the windshield to access the urethane adhesive bead.





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


6. 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 ,J 39032 , or equivalent to remove the window.





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


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




8. With the aid of an assistant (2), remove the windshield (1) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the windshield into the opening. Refer to Urethane Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows (Windshield) Urethane Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows (Windshield)
2. Install the rearview mirror. Refer to Rearview Mirror Replacement Rearview Mirror Replacement
3. Install the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement Service and Repair
4. Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
5. Close the hood.