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 |
Removal Procedure
Caution: Refer to Cracked Window Caution in the Preface section.
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.
- Disconnect the washer hose from the liftgate.
- Remove the back window wiper arm from the liftgate. Refer to
Rear Window Wiper Arm Replacement
in Wipers/Washer Systems.
- Open liftgate window.
- Disconnect the electrical connector from the
rear window defogger on the liftgate window.
Caution: Refer to Defroster Outlet Caution in the Preface section.
- Cover to protect the following parts from broken glass:
5.2. | Defroster outlets and A/C outlets |
Important: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.
- 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. |
- With the aid of an assistant, remove the liftgate
window from the liftgate frame.
Installation Procedure
- Install a stationary window into the opening. Refer to
Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows
.
- Connect the electrical connector to the rear
window defogger on the liftgate window.
- Close liftgate window.
- Install the back window wiper arm to the liftgate. Refer to
Rear Window Wiper Arm Replacement
in Wipers/Washer Systems.
- Connect the washer hose to the liftgate.
- Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted
surfaces and the interior trim.