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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2007 🢒 HHR 🢒 Body Systems 🢒 Fixed and Moveable Windows 🢒 Windshield Replacement

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
  1. Remove the windshield wiper arms and blades. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement .
  2. Remove the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement .
  3. Remove the roof rail weatherstrip to the top of the window, Do not remove completely.
  4. Remove the interior windshield pillar garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement .
  5. Remove the rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement .

    6. Caution: Refer to Defroster Outlet Caution in the Preface section.

  6. Cover the following parts to protect from broken glass:
    7. • Upper dash pad
    • Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
    • Seats and carpeting

    Caution: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 379905 Size: SH
  7. Using a utility knife, carefully cut the exposed reveal molding (1) from the sides and the top edge of the windshield to access the urethane adhesive bead, if equipped.

    8. Object Number: 71179 Size: SH

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

  8. Remove the window from the urethane adhesive.
    9. • Leave a base of urethane approximately 2 mm (0.078 in) on the pinch-weld flange.
    • The only suitable lubrication is clear water.
    • Use J 24402-A , J 39032 , or equivalent to remove the window.

    Object Number: 379883 Size: SH

    Important: Keep the cutting edge of the knife/tool against the window. Do this from inside the vehicle.

  9. If necessary, use a long utility knife or similar tool to remove the bottom corners of the windshield from the urethane adhesive.

    10. Object Number: 441419 Size: SH
  10. With the aid of an assistant (2), remove the windshield (1) from the vehicle.
  11. Transfer the side reveal molding to the new window.

Installation Procedure
  1. Install the windshield into the opening. Refer to Windshield Replacement .
  2. Install the rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement .
  3. Install the interior windshield pillar garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement .
  4. Install the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement .
  5. Install the windshield wipers arms and blades. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement .
  6. Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
  7. Close the hood.