Liftgate Window Replacement Sedan
Special Tools
• | 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.
- Open the liftgate.
- Remove the liftgate trim. Refer to
Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement
.
- Disconnect the electrical connectors from the liftgate window defogger bus bar.
- Remove the rear window wiper arm. Refer to
Rear Window Wiper Arm Replacement
.
- Remove the wiper motor assembly from the liftgate glass.
Caution: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Caution in the Preface section.
Caution: Refer to Defroster Outlet Caution in the Preface section.
- Cover the following parts to protect from broken glass:
• | Defroster outlets and A/C outlets |
Important: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.
- 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 a cutting tool from inside of liftgate to remove the glass. |
- If necessary, use a long utility knife or similar tool to remove the bottom corners of the window from the urethane adhesive.
- With the aid of an assistant, remove the window (1) from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
- Install the liftgate window into the opening. Refer to
Adhesive Installation of Liftgate Windows
.
- Install the wiper motor assembly.
- Install the rear window wiper arm. Refer to
Rear Window Wiper Arm Replacement
.
- Connect the liftgate window defogger electrical connectors to the bus bar.
- Install the liftgate trim. Refer to
Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement
.
- Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
- Close the liftgate.
Liftgate Window Replacement Coupe
Special Tools
• | 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.
- Open the liftgate.
- Remove the liftgate trim. Refer to
Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement
.
- Disconnect the electrical connectors from the liftgate window defogger bus bar.
- Remove the rear window wiper arm. Refer to
Rear Window Wiper Arm Replacement
.
- Remove the wiper motor assembly from the liftgate glass.
Caution: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Caution in the Preface section.
Caution: Refer to Defroster Outlet Caution in the Preface section.
- Cover the following parts to protect from broken glass:
• | Defroster outlets and A/C outlets |
Important: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.
- 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 a cutting tool from inside of liftgate to remove the glass. |
- If necessary, use a long utility knife or similar tool to remove the bottom corners of the window from the urethane adhesive.
- With the aid of an assistant, remove the window (1) from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
- Install the liftgate window into the opening. Refer to
Adhesive Installation of Liftgate Windows
.
- Install the wiper motor assembly.
- Install the rear window wiper arm. Refer to
Rear Window Wiper Arm Replacement
.
- Connect the liftgate window defogger electrical connectors to the bus bar.
- Install the liftgate trim. Refer to
Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement
.
- Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
- Close the liftgate.
Liftgate Window Replacement CoupeRe-Sealed
Removal Procedure
- Remove the tailgate window. Refer to
Liftgate Window Replacement
.
Important: Use existing cartridge tip: 8 x 13 mm (0.3 x 0.5 in).
- Reseal the liftgate window.
• | Cut into the tip of the cartridge in such a way that a bead of adhesive approximately 13 mm (0.5 in) thick. |
Installation Procedure
Install the liftgate window. Refer to
Liftgate Window Replacement
.