Tools Required

Important: Before cutting out a stationary window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and inner trim of the window.

1. Open the rear compartment in order to access the lower reveal molding.



2. Remove the four fasteners (1) securing the rear window lower reveal molding (2) to the body.
3. Remove the rear sail panels. Refer to Sail Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.



4. Disconnect the rear window defogger left electrical connector.



5. Disconnect the rear window defogger right electrical connector.
6. Disconnect the OnStar® antenna. Refer to Mobile Telephone Antenna Inner Coupling Replacement or Mobile Telephone Antenna Outer Coupling Replacement in Cellular Communication.

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.




7. Use safety glasses and gloves.

Important: Skip Step 7 if the rear window is not going to be replaced. The rear window reveal molding is part of the rear window on this vehicle.

The stationary window reveal molding retains the urethane in the cavity between the body and the opening. If the stationary window reveal molding is damaged, or the reveal molding is cut away in order to remove the rear window from the outside with the J 24402-A , the rear window will need to be replaced.

Important: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the rear window. This will allow the urethane adhesive to be separated from the rear window. Leave a base of urethane on the pinchweld flange. The only suitable lubrication is clear water.




8. Using a sharp utility knife, make a preliminary cut around the perimeter of the rear window, cut as close to edge of the rear window as possible.
9. Use the J 39032 in order to cut the stationary window from the pinchweld flange. Do this from inside the vehicle in order to protect the outer paint surface, and the reveal molding.

When cutting the urethane, apply a spray mist of water around the surface to aid in the removal. keep the blade on the knife as close to the rear window as possible in order to leave a base of urethane on the pinchweld flange




10. With the aid of an assistant, use the suction cups in order to lift the rear window from the opening.

1. Verify all primers and urethane adhesive are within expiration dates.

Caution: When replacing stationary windows, use Urethane Adhesive Kit GM P/N 12346392 (Canadian P/N 10952983), or a urethane adhesive system meeting GM Specification GM3651G, to maintain original installation integrity. Failure to use the urethane adhesive kit will result in poor retention of the window which may allow unrestrained occupants to be ejected from the vehicle resulting in personal injury.

2. Inspect for any of the following components for the causes of a broken rear window:

•	The flange of the rear window opening

•	The rear window reveal molding

3. Inspect for any of the following conditions in order to prevent future breakage of the rear window:

•

High weld

•	Solder spots

•	Hardened spot weld sealer

•	Any other obstruction or irregularity in the pinchweld flange

Important: If corrosion of the pinchweld flange is present, or if sheet metal repairs or replacements are necessary, Refinish the pinchweld flange in order to present a clean primer only surface. If paint repairs are required, mask the flange bonding area prior to the application of the color coat in order to provide a clean primer only surface. Materials such as BASF DE17 ®, DuPont 2610 ®, Sherwin-Williams PSE 4600 and NP70 ® and Martin-Semour 5120 and 5130 ® products are approved for this application.

4. After repairing the opening as indicated, perform the following steps:
5. Inspect the condition of the rear window opening and the urethane adhesive bead in order to determine which installation method you will use. Refer to Short Method Description or Extended Method Description for the guidelines.
6. Remove all traces of broken glass from the vehicle.
7. Clean around the edge of the inside surface of the rear window with a 50/50 mixture of isopropyl alcohol and water by volume on a dampened lint free cloth.
8. After repairing the opening as indicated, shake the pinchweld primer (black #3) for at least one minute.

Caution: Failure to prep the area prior to the application of primer may cause insufficient bonding of urethane adhesive. Insufficient bonding of urethane adhesive may allow unrestrained occupants to be ejected from the vehicle resulting in personal injury.




9. Use a new dauber to apply the pinchweld primer (black #3) to the surface (1) of the bonding area on the body only.
10. Allow the primer to dry for approximately 10 minutes, Ensure that all nicks and scratches are covered.



11. With the aid of an assistant, dry fit the rear window in the opening in order to determine the correct way to position the rear window in the opening.
12. Use masking tape in order to mark the location of the rear window in the opening.
13. Slit the masking tape at the edge of the rear window.
14. With the aid of an assistant and the suction cups, remove the rear window from the opening.
15. Place the rear window inside up on a clean, protected surface.
16. If the original window is to be reused, remove all but a thin film, approximately 2 mm, 5/64, of the existing urethane adhesive from the window surface by using utility knife or razor blade scraper.

Important: Do not remove all traces of the adhesive. Remove all mounds or loose pieces of urethane adhesive .

17. If the extended method is being used, remove all but approximately 2 mm (5/64 in) of the existing bead of adhesive from the pinchweld flange.
18. Clean around the edge of the inside surface of the rear window with a 50/50 mixture of isopropyl alcohol and water by volume on a dampened lint free cloth.

Important: Do not apply the (black #3) primer to the existing bead of the urethane adhesive. Apply the primer only to nicks, scratches or the primed surfaces.

19. Shake the pinchweld primer (black #3) for at least one minute.
20. Use a new dauber to apply the primer to the surface of the pinchweld flange.
21. Allow the pinchweld primer to dry for approximately 10  minutes.
22. If the extended method is being performed, do the following:




Important: Use care when applying the glass prep (clear #1) to the rear window. This primer dries almost instantly, and may stain the viewing area of the rear window if not applied evenly.

22.1.

Use a new dauber in order to apply glass prep (#3 clear) to an area approximately 10 mm to 16 mm (3/8 in to 5/8 in) around the entire perimeter of the rear glass inner surface. The window must be installed within 8  hours, after applying the primer to the glass.

22.2.

The primed surface of the window must be kept clean.

22.3.

Allow the glass primer to dry for approximately 10 minutes.

22.4.

Shake the rear window primer (black #2) for at least one minute.




23. Use a new dauber, in order to apply the rear glass primer (black #2) to the areas of the rear window (1) to which glass prep (clear #1) was applied (2).
24. Allow the primer to dry for approximately 10 minutes.



25. Cut the tip of the applicator nozzle as follows:

25.1.

If using the short method, cut the tip of the applicator nozzle in order to provide a bead of 6.0 mm (1/4 in).

25.2.

If using the extended method, cut the tip of the applicator nozzle in order to provide a bead 12.7 mm (1/2 in) wide and 12.7 mm (1/2 in) high.




26. Use a cartridge type caulking gun to apply a smooth, continuous bead of urethane adhesive around the edge of the rear window where the primer was applied.
27. When using the short method, apply the urethane adhesive to the existing bead of urethane adhesive on the body.



28. When using the extended method, apply the urethane adhesive (1) using the edge of the rear window or the inside edge of the reveal molding as a guide for the nozzle in order to apply the urethane adhesive to the inner surface of the rear window.



29. With the aid of an assistant, use rubber suction cups in order to install the rear window in the opening.
30. Align the tape on the rear window and on the body.
31. Press the rear window firmly into place in order to wet out and seat the urethane adhesive.
32. Tape the rear window in place to the body in order to minimize movement until the urethane adhesive cures.
33. Clean any excess urethane adhesive from the body.




Important: Do not direct a hard stream of high pressure water at the fresh applied urethane adhesive.

34. Use a soft spray of warm water in order to immediately water test the rear window.

Using warm water is preferred in order to accelerate the curing of the urethane adhesive.

35. Inspect the rear window for leaks.
36. If any leaks are found, use a plastic paddle in order to apply extra urethane adhesive at the leak point.
37. Retest the rear window for leaks.

Caution: Insufficient curing of urethane adhesive may allow unrestrained occupants to be ejected from the vehicle resulting in personal injury.

•	For the moisture-curing type of urethane adhesive, allow a minimum of 6 hours at 21°C (70°F) or greater and with at least 30 percent relative humidity. Allow at least 24 hours for the complete curing of the urethane adhesive.

•	For the chemical-curing type of urethane adhesive, allow a minimum of 1 hour .

Do NOT physically disturb the repair area until after these minimum times have elapsed.
38. The following conditions must be maintained to properly cure the urethane:

•	Partially lower a door window in order to prevent pressure buildups when closing doors before the urethane adhesive cures.

•	Do not drive the vehicle until the urethane adhesive is cured.

•	Do not use compressed air in order to dry the urethane adhesive.




39. Connect the rear window defogger left electrical connector.



40. Connect the rear window defogger right electrical connector.
41. Connect the OnStar® antenna. Refer to Mobile Telephone Antenna Inner Coupling Replacement or Mobile Telephone Antenna Outer Coupling Replacement in Cellular Communication.
42. Install the rear sail panels. Refer to Sail Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.



43. Install the rear window lower reveal molding (2).

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

44. Install the four rear window lower reveal molding fasteners (1).

Tighten
Tighten the fasteners to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

45. Remove the protective tape from the painted surfaces and headliner.
46. Close the rear compartment lid.