- Depending on the location of the water
leak, you may have to remove the trim molding or headliner to repair the leak.
- Cut out a portion of the
adhesive in
the leak area from inside or outside the vehicle.
- Clean and remove all loose particles from the area.
- Caulk the adhesive between the window and the pinchweld flange
where the old adhesive has been cut away.
Feather the adhesive out to several inches past the leak area. Use urethane
adhesive from GM P/N 12346284 or equivalent.
- Mist the newly applied adhesive with water to cure the adhesive.
- Test for leaks.
- Install the molding(s).
- Allow the adhesive to dry for several hours.
- Test for water leaks. Refer to the appropriate procedure from
the following list: