Removal and Replacement

Windshield Replacement

Tools Required
* J 24402-A Glass Sealant Remover (Cold Knife)
* 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 antenna, if equipped.
3. Remove the windshield wiper arms.
4. Remove the air inlet grille.
5. Remove the inside rearview mirror.

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

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

* The upper dash pad
* The defroster outlets and A/C outlets
* The 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.

Important: The window reveal molding fills the cavities between the body and windshield and can not be reused if stretched or damaged.

7. Grasp the lower corner of the window reveal molding by hand and slowly pull the reveal molding away from the window.




8. Remove the window reveal molding.
If the window reveal molding will not release, use a utility knife in order to cut around the window in order to remove the window reveal molding.




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






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

10. This will allow the urethane adhesive to be separated from the windshield.

* 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.




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

Installation Procedure

1. Install a stationary window into the opening.
2. Install the inside rearview mirror.
3. Install the air inlet grille.
4. Install the windshield wiper arms.
5. Install the antenna, if equipped.
6. Close the hood.
7. Remove the double layer of masking tape from around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.