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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
    • J 25070 Heat Gun
    • 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

    Caution: If a window is cracked but still intact, crisscross the window with masking tape in order to reduce the risk of damage or personal injury.

    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. Remove the roof center panel assembly. Refer to Roof Center Panel Applique Replacement .
  2. Remove the roof rear panel assembly. Refer to Roof Rear Panel Applique Replacement .
  3. Remove the tail lamp assembly. Refer to Turn Signal Lamps and/or Indicators Inoperative .

  4. Object Number: 930813  Size: SH

    Important: The quarter window has hard plastic alignment pins at the front upper and rear lower corners of the glass. It may be necessary to push the window away from the vehicle in order to completely cut the urethane adhesive.

  5. Use J 24402-A , J 39032 or equivalent in order to remove the window.
  6. 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.


    Object Number: 71179  Size: SH

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

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

    Object Number: 930753  Size: SH
  9. Remove the stationary window from the pinchweld flange with the aid of an assistant.

Installation Procedure

  1. Install a stationary window into the opening. Refer to Adhesive Installation of Bodyside Stationary Windows .
  2. Install the tail lamp assembly. Refer to Turn Signal Lamps and/or Indicators Inoperative .
  3. Install the roof center panel assembly. Refer to Roof Center Panel Applique Replacement .
  4. Install the roof rear panel assembly. Refer to Roof Rear Panel Applique Replacement .
  5. Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.