Windshield Replacement

Windshield Replacement

Tools Required
* J 24402-A Glass Sealant Cold Knife 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 windshield wiper arms and blades.
3. Remove the air inlet grille.
4. Remove the windshield frame appliques.
5. Remove the interior windshield pillar garnish molding.
6. Remove the rearview mirror. Refer to Rearview Mirror Replacement.

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




7. 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.

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






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

9. 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 the J 24402-A, J 39032 or equivalent in order to remove the window.




10. 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. Do this from inside the vehicle.




11. Remove the windshield (1) from the vehicle with the aid of an assistant (2).

Installation Procedure




1. Install a stationary window into the opening.
2. Install the rearview mirror.
3. Install the interior windshield pillar garnish molding.
4. Install the windshield frame appliques.
5. Install the air inlet grille.
6. Install the windshield wipers arms and blades.
7. Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
8. Close the hood.