Windshield Replacement Long Method

Tools Required

J 39032 Stationary Glass Removal Tool

1. Remove the drip moldings.
2. Remove the side reveal molding. Refer to Windshield Side Reveal Molding Replacement .
3. Remove the wiper arms. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement in Wiper/Washer Systems.




Notice: Be sure to follow the service procedure when removing the air inlet grille panel. Failure to follow service procedure may cause damage to the air inlet grille panel or the windshield.

4. Remove the air inlet screen.
5. Remove the rearview mirror (3). Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement .
6. Remove the windshield pillar molding. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement in Interior Trim.
7. Remove the front sunshades. Refer to Sunshade Replacement in Interior Trim.
8. Remove the upper console fasteners, if equipped.
9. Partially lower the headliner in order for access.

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

10. Remove the defroster grille. Refer to Defroster Grille Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.




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.

11. From the inside of the vehicle, cut out the windshield.

Use the J 39032




12. Remove the windshield, with the aid of an assistant.
13. Remove the reveal molding retainer from the windshield.



14. If you will reuse the original window (1), use a razor knife in order to remove any existing urethane adhesive (3) from the following locations:

•	The window (1)

•	The windshield body surface (2)

Caution: Failure to prep the area prior to the application of primer may cause insufficient bonding of urethane adhesive. Insufficient bonding of urethane adhesive may allow unrestrained occupants to be ejected from the vehicle resulting in personal injury.

15. Clean the surface of the window where new urethane adhesive applies. Clean around the edge of the inside surface of the window.

Use one of the following cleaners:

•	A clean isopropyl alcohol dampened cloth

•	GM Window Cleaner P/M 1050427 or the equivalent

1. The following components may reveal the causes of a broken windshield:

•	The flange of the windshield opening

•	The windshield reveal molding

•	The windshield

•	The acoustic strip

2. Inspect for any of the following conditions in order to prevent future breakage of the windshield:

•	High welds

•	Solder spots

•	Hardened spot weld sealer

•	Any obstruction or irregularity in the pinchweld flange.

•	The acoustic strip was not installed

3. Inspect the condition of the windshield opening and the adhesive bead. Refer to Adhesive Service Kit Description .

Tools Required

J 24811 Urethane Adhesive Dispensing Gun

1. Firmly press the reveal molding retainer (4) onto the edge of the windshield (2).




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.

2. With the aid of an assistant, dry fit the window in the opening in order to determine the correct position.

Fit the window by completing the following steps:

2.1.	Position the window in the opening on top of the windshield blocks (1).

2.2.	Use masking tape in order to mark the location of the window in the opening.

2.3.	Slit the masking tape at the window edge. During installation, the tape on the window aligns with the tape on the body.

2.4.	Remove the window from the opening.

Place the window inside up on a clean protected surface.

3. Install the reveal molding.
4. Install the defroster grille. Refer to Defroster Grille Replacement




Caution: Failure to prep the area prior to the application of primer may cause insufficient bonding of urethane adhesive. Insufficient bonding of urethane adhesive may allow unrestrained occupants to be ejected from the vehicle resulting in personal injury.

Notice: Failure to install the acoustic strip could cause windshield breakage.

5. Install the acoustic strip (1).




Caution: Failure to prep the area prior to the application of primer may cause insufficient bonding of urethane adhesive. Insufficient bonding of urethane adhesive may allow unrestrained occupants to be ejected from the vehicle resulting in personal injury.

Important: Prevent the Window Prep 1 (clear) from running into the vision area of the windshield.

This primer dries almost instantly. This primer may stain the windshield if not applied evenly.
6. Use a new dauber in order to apply Window Prep 1 (clear) to the edges of the window.
7. Shake the Window Primer 2 (black) well.
8. Use a new dauber in order to apply the primer 2 (black) over the previously applied clear primer.

Allow approximately 6-10 minutes for drying the Window Primer 2 (black).





Caution: When replacing stationary windows, use Urethane Adhesive Kit GM P/N 12346392 (Canadian P/N 10952983), or a urethane adhesive system meeting GM Specification GM3651G, to maintain original installation integrity. Failure to use the urethane adhesive kit will result in poor retention of the window which may allow unrestrained occupants to be ejected from the vehicle resulting in personal injury.

9. Apply  a 14 mm (9/16 in) high and 8 mm (5/16 in) wide bead of urethane adhesive to the windshield over the previously applied primers.

Use a J 24811 .

10. With the aid of a helper, install the windshield in the opening.



11. Align the tape lines on the windshield and on the body surfaces.
12. Firmly press the windshield into place.
13. Tape the windshield (1,2) to the body in order to minimize movement.



14. Install the side reveal moldings (4). Refer to Windshield Side Reveal Molding Replacement
15. Install the air inlet grille screen (2).
16. Install the wiper arms. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement in Wiper/Washer Systems.

Important: DO NOT direct a hard stream of high pressure water at the fresh urethane adhesive.

17. Watertest the window immediately using a soft spray.

Use warm or hot water in order to accelerate the cure of the adhesive.

18. If you find a leak, use a plastic paddle in order to apply extra urethane adhesive at the leak point.



19. Install the drip moldings (2).
20. Install the overhead console fasteners.
21. Install the sunshade. Refer to Sunshade Replacement in Interior Trim.
22. Install the windshield pillar moldings. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement in Interior Trim.
23. Install the rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement or Rearview Mirror Support Installation .

Important: 

•	Partially lower a door window in order to prevent pressure build-ups when closing the doors prior to the urethane adhesive cure.

•	DO NOT DRIVE THE VEHICLE until the urethane adhesive is cured.

•	DO NOT USE COMPRESSED AIR in order to dry the urethane adhesive.

24. Allow a minimum of 6 hours at room temperature, 22°C (72°F), at 30 percent relative humidity for curing the urethane adhesive.

Windshield Replacement Short Method

Caution: When replacing stationary windows, use Urethane Adhesive Kit GM P/N 12346392 (Canadian P/N 10952983), or a urethane adhesive system meeting GM Specification GM3651G, to maintain original installation integrity. Failure to use the urethane adhesive kit will result in poor retention of the window which may allow unrestrained occupants to be ejected from the vehicle resulting in personal injury.

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.

1. Apply masking tape around the windshield in order to protect the painted surface of the vehicle.
2. Remove the inside rear view mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement .
3. Lower the front of the headliner. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement .
4. Remove the windshield wiper arms. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement in Wipers Washer Systems.
5. Remove the reveal moldings. Refer to Reveal Molding Replacement .

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

6. Lubricate the cutting area prior to windshield removal.
7. Use the equalizer, refer to Special Tools from the inside of the glass in order to cut the urethane seal.



8. With the aid from an assistant, carefully remove the windshield.

1. Reposition the headliner to the original position. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement .



2. Remove excessive urethane from pinch weld area.
3. Clean pinch weld area.
4. Apply pinch weld primer.
5. Replace the foam tape seal at the bottom side of the cowl area.
6. Clean the new glass.
7. Apply the two-part primer to the new windshield sealing surface.
8. Apply the urethane to the pinch weld area.



9. Carefully install the new windshield with the aid from an assistant.
10. Install the reveal moldings. Refer to Reveal Molding Replacement .
11. Install the windshield wiper arms. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement in Wipers Washer Systems.
12. Clean the windshield and remove the masking tape.
13. Install the rear view mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement .
14. Water test the urethane seal.