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For 1990-2009 cars only

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
    • Razor Blade Scraper
    • Suction Cups
    • Plastic Paddle

Removal Procedure

    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.

  1. Open the hood.
  2. Remove the windshield wiper arms and blades. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement in Wipers/Washer Systems.
  3. Remove the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement in Body Front End.
  4. Remove the windshield frame appliques. Refer to Windshield Frame Applique Replacement and Roof Front Panel Applique Replacement in Exterior Trim.
  5. Remove the interior windshield pillar garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Upper Garnish Molding Replacement in Interior Trim.
  6. Remove the rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement .
  7. Caution: If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be blown into the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.


    Object Number: 930709  Size: SH
  8. Cover the following parts to protect from broken glass:
  9. • Upper dash pad
    • Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
    • Seats and carpeting

    Object Number: 326804  Size: SH

    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.

  10. Remove the lower windshield supports (1) from the cowl panel, if equipped.

  11. Object Number: 71179  Size: SH

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

  12. This will allow the urethane adhesive to be separated from the window.
  13. • Leave a base of urethane on the pinchweld flange.
    • The only suitable lubrication is clear water.
    • Use the J 24402-A , J 39032 or equivalent in order to remove the window.

    Object Number: 379883  Size: SH
  14. Remove the bottom of the window from the urethane adhesive using a long utility knife or similar tool. Keep the cutting edge of the utility knife against the glass. Do this from inside the vehicle.

  15. Object Number: 441419  Size: SH
  16. Remove the windshield (1) from the vehicle with the aid of an assistant (2).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 930709  Size: SH
  1. Install a stationary window into the opening. Refer to Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows .
  2. Install the rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement .
  3. Install the interior windshield pillar garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Upper Garnish Molding Replacement in Interior Trim.
  4. Install the windshield frame appliques. Refer to Windshield Frame Applique Replacement and Roof Front Panel Applique Replacement in Exterior Trim.
  5. Install the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement in Body Front End.
  6. Install the windshield wipers arms and blades. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement in Wipers/Washer Systems.
  7. Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
  8. Close the hood.