Liftgate Window Glass: Service and Repair
Liftgate Window Replacement
Special Tools
* J 24402-A - Glass Sealant (Cold Knife) Remover J 24402-A
* J 39032 - Stationary Glass Removal Tool J 39032
* Use a urethane adhesive systems which meet GM Specification GMW 15672
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 trim. Refer to Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement (Traverse) Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement (Enclave) Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement (Acadia) .
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 (Acadia) Rear Window Wiper Arm ReplacementRear Window Wiper Arm Replacement (Enclave) Rear Window Wiper Arm ReplacementRear Window Wiper Arm Replacement (Traverse) Rear Window Wiper Arm Replacement.
5. Cover the following parts to protect from broken glass, seats and carpeting.
Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning.
Note: 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, no oils, lubes or soaps.
* 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.
7. If necessary, use a long utility knife or similar tool to remove the bottom corners of the window from the urethane adhesive.
8. With an assistant, remove the window (2) from the vehicle. Check that the retainers (1) are still attached to the window before installing.
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 window wiper arm. Refer to Rear Window Wiper Arm Replacement (Acadia) Rear Window Wiper Arm ReplacementRear Window Wiper Arm Replacement (Enclave) Rear Window Wiper Arm ReplacementRear Window Wiper Arm Replacement (Traverse) Rear Window Wiper Arm Replacement.
3. Connect the liftgate window defogger electrical connectors to the bus bar.
4. Install the liftgate trim. Refer to Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement (Traverse) Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement (Enclave) Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement (Acadia) .
5. Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
6. Close the liftgate.