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.
- Open the liftgate.
- Remove the liftgate trim panel. Refer to
Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement
.
- Disconnect the electrical connectors from the liftgate window defogger
bus bar.
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 |
Caution: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Caution in the Preface section.
Important: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against
the window.
- Remove the liftgate 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. |
- With
the aid of an assistant, remove the liftgate window (1) from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
- Install the liftgate window into the opening of the liftgate. Refer to
Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows
.
- Connect the liftgate window defogger electrical connectors.
- Install the liftgate trim panel. 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.