Windshield Replacement

Windshield Replacement


Tools Required
* J 24402-A Cold Knife Glass Sealant 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


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 window wiper arms. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement) .
3. Remove the window side reveal moldings from the vehicle. Refer to Windshield Side Reveal Molding Replacement (Service and Repair) .
4. Remove the cowl air inlet grille panel. Refer to Non-Functional Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement (Non-Functional Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement) .

Caution: If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be blown into the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.

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

* The upper dash pad
* The defroster outlets and A/C outlets
* The seats and carpeting

6. Remove the rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement (Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement) .





Important: The window lower supports (1) have molded in locks with an urethane adhesive strip (2) on the back side. Once the window lower stops have been removed they must be replaced.


7. If necessary, remove the window lower supports (1) by using a flat-bladed tool, lightly prying upward in the middle until it releases.





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


8. This will allow the urethane adhesive to be separated from the window.

* Leave a base of urethane on the pinchweld flange.
* The only suitable lubrication is clear water.
* Use J 24402-A , J 39032 or equivalent in order to remove the window.





9. Remove the bottom of the window from the urethane adhesive using a long utility knife or similar tool. Keep the cutting edge of the utility knife against the glass.




10. With the aid of an assistant remove the window from the vehicle.



Installation Procedure

1. Install the windshield into the opening. Refer to Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows (Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows) .
2. Install the cowl air inlet grille panel. Refer to Non-Functional Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement (Non-Functional Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement) .




3. Install the window side reveal moldings to the vehicle. Refer to Windshield Side Reveal Molding Replacement (Service and Repair) .
4. Install the window wiper arms. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement) .
5. Install the rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement (Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement) .
6. Close the hood.
7. Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.