Removal Procedure
Tools Required
• | J 24402-A Glass
Sealant (Cold Knife) Remover |
• | J 39032 Stationary Glass Removal Tool |
• | Isopropyl alcohol or equivalent |
• | Cartridge-type caulking gun |
• | Commercial-type utility
knife |
- Apply masking tape to the area around
the window in order to protect the painted surfaces from damage and to protect
the headliner.
- Cover the defroster grille
outlets and protect the headliner as needed.
- When
replacing or removing the left side stationary window refer to interior trim
for removal. Refer to Trim Replacement - C-Pillar Left
in Interior Trim or Trim Replacement
- D-Pillar Left
in Interior Trim.
- When replacing or removing the right side stationary window refer to interior
trim for removal. Refer to Trim Replacement - C-Pillar
Right
in Interior Trim or Trim Replacement
- D-Pillar Right
in Interior Trim.
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.
Important: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the stationary window when
removing the stationary window. This will allow the urethane adhesive to
be separated from the stationary window. Leave a base of urethane on the
pinchweld flange. The only suitable lubrication is clear water.
- Use the J 24402-A
orJ 39032
in order to remove the
stationary window. Do this from inside the vehicle to protect the outer surface
of the paint.
- With the aid of an assistant, use
the suction cups in order to lift the stationary window from the opening.
- Inspect the following components for the causes
of a broken stationary window:
• | The flange of the stationary window
opening |
• | The stationary window reveal molding |
- Inspect for any of the following problems in order to help prevent
future breakage of the stationary window:
• | 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 required, the pinchweld flange must be refinished in order
to restore the bonding area strength. If paint repairs are required,
mask the flange bonding area prior to applying 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.
- After repairing the open as indicated, perform the following steps:
- Inspect the condition of the stationary window opening
and the adhesives bead to determine which installation method should be used.
Refer to
Short Method Description
short method or
Extended Method Description
extended method for guidelines.
- Remove no more of the urethane adhesive than necessary in order to maintain
the original shape. This will ensure the proper clearance between the stationary
window and the pinchweld flange.
11.1. | Remove all traces of broken glass
from the vehicle. |
11.2. | Clean around the edge of the inside
surface of the stationary window with a 50/50 mixture of isopropyl alcohol
and water by volume on a dampened lint free cloth. |
Installation Procedure
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.
- After repairing the
opening as indicated, perform the following:
- 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.
- Use a new dauber to apply the pinchweld primed (black #3) to
the surface of the bonding area.
- Allow the primer
to dry for approximately 10 minutes, Ensure that all nicks and scratches
are covered.
- Install the reveal molding to the edge of the stationary window. If
the original reveal molding is damaged it must be replaced, if equipped.
- With the aid of an assistant install the stationary window
into the opening.
- Use masking tape in order to mark
the location of the stationary window in the opening.
- Slit the masking tape at the top edge of the stationary window.
- With the aid of an assistant remove the stationary window from the opening.
- Place the stationary window inside up on a clean,
protected surface.
- Clean around the edge of the inside
surface of the stationary window with a 50/50 mixture of isopropyl alcohol
and water by volume on a dampened lint free cloth.
Important: Do not remove all traces of the adhesive. Remove all mounds or loose
pieces of urethane adhesive .
- If the extended method is being used remove all but approximately
2 mm (3/64 in). of the existing bead of adhesive from the
pinchweld flange.
- Shake the pinchweld primer
(black #3) for at least one minute.
- Use a
new dauber to apply the primer to the surface of the pinchweld flange.
- Allow the glass primer to dry for approximately 10
minutes.
- Allow to air dry.
Important: Use care when applying the prep (clear #1) to the stationary
window. This primer dries almost instantly and may stain the viewing area
of the stationary window if not applied evenly.
- If installing a new non encapsulated stationary window:
17.1. | Use a new dauber in order to apply
glass prep (clear #3) to the area approximately 10 mm to l6 mm
(3/8 in to 5/8 in). around the entire perimeter of
the stationary window inner surface. |
17.2. | Apply stationary
window prep (clear #1) to any exposed edges of the stationary window. |
17.3. | Wipe the primed window area immediately with a
clean lint free cloth. |
17.4. | Shake the glass primer (black #2)
for at least one minute. |
- If installing a new encapsulated stationary window:
Use a new dauber, in order to apply the stationary window prep (clear #2)
to the area approximately 10 mm to 16 mm (3/8 in. to 5/8 in). around
the entire perimeter of the glass inner surface of the primer/bonding
areas). The primer is good up to 8 hours after applying it to the glass.
The primed surface of the glass must be kept clean.
- Allow the glass primer to dry for approximately 10 minutes.
- 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).
- If using the extended method, cut the applicator nozzle in order to
provide a bead 10.5 mm (0.14 in). wide and 10.5 mm (0.14 in).
high.
- Use a cartridge type caulking
gun to apply a smooth, continuous bead of new urethane adhesive.
- When using the short method, apply the urethane adhesive to the
existing bead of urethane adhesive on the body.
- When using the extended
method, use the edge of the stationary window or the inside edge of the
reveal molding as a guide for the nozzle in order to apply the urethane
adhesive (1) to the inner surface of the stationary window (3).
- With the aid of an assistant, use the suction cups in order to install
the stationary window into the opening.
- Align the
tape on the stationary window and the body.
- Press
the stationary window firmly into place.
- Tape the
stationary window to the body in order to minimize movement until the urethane
adhesive cures.
- Clean any excess urethane adhesive
from the body.
Important: Do not direct a hard stream of high pressure water to the freshly applied
urethane adhesive.
- Use a soft spray of warm water in order to immediately water test the
rear window.
Inspect the stationary window for leaks.
- Use
a soft spray in order to water test the stationary window immediately.
- If any leaks are found, use a plastic paddle in order to
apply extra urethane at the leak point.
- Retest stationary
window for leaks.
- The following conditions must
be maintained to properly cure the urethane.
34.1. | Allow the vehicle to remain at room
temperature (21°C or 70°F) at 30 percent relative humidity. |
| Caution: At least 24 hours are required for complete curing of repair
material. The repair area should not be physically distrubed until after that
time. Insufficient curing of urethane adhesive may allow unrestrained occupants
to be ejected from the vehicle resulting in personal injury.
|
34.2. | Allow a minimum of 6 hours for the moisture curing urethane
adhesive. |
34.3. | Allow a minimum of 1 hour to 1 1/2
hours for the chemical curing urethane adhesive. |
34.4. | Partially lower a door stationary window in order to prevent pressure buildups
when closing doors before the urethane adhesive cures. |
34.5. | Do not drive the vehicle until the urethane adhesive is fully cured.
Refer to the above curing times. |
34.6. | Do not use compressed
air in order to dry the urethane adhesive. |
- When replacing or removing the left side stationary window refer
to interior trim for removal. Refer to Trim Replacement
- C-Pillar Left
in Interior Trim or Trim Replacement - D-Pillar Left
in Interior Trim.
- When replacing or removing the right side stationary window
refer to interior trim for removal. Refer to Trim Replacement
- C-Pillar Right
in Interior Trim or Trim Replacement - D-Pillar Right
in Interior Trim.
Caution: If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be blown into
the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.
- Remove the protective coverings and tape from the vehicle and the headliner.