Removal and Replacement

Windshield Replacement

Special Tools
* J 24402-A Glass Sealant Remover (Cold Knife)
* J 39032 Stationary Glass Removal Tool
* Use a urethane adhesive systems which meet GM Specification GM 3651G

Removal Procedure

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 hood.
2. Remove the windshield wiper arms and blades. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement).
3. Remove the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement (Service and Repair).
4. Remove the interior windshield pillar garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Upper Garnish Molding Replacement (Service and Repair).
5. Remove the rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement (Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement).




Warning: Refer to Defroster Outlet Warning (Technician Safety Information) Defroster Outlet Warning.

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

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

Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning (Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning) Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning.





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





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

8. 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 the J 24402-A , J 39032 , 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.

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




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

Installation Procedure

1. Install the stationary window into the opening. Refer to Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows (Quarter) (Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows (Quarter))Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows (Windshield) (Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows (Windshield))Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows (Liftgate) (Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows (Liftgate)).
2. Install the rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement (Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement).
3. Install the interior windshield pillar garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Upper Garnish Molding Replacement (Service and Repair).
4. Install the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement (Service and Repair).
5. Install the windshield wipers arms and blades. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement).
6. Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
7. Close the hood.