STS RWD V8-4.6L VIN A (2006)
Back Window Glass: Service and Repair
Rear Window Replacement
Rear Window Replacement
Tools Required
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J 24402-A Glass Sealant Cold Knife Remover
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J 39032 Stationary Glass Removal Tool
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Urethane Adhesive Kit GM P/N 12346392 or Equivalent
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Isopropyl Alcohol or Equivalent
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Cartridge-type Caulking Gun
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Commercial-type Utility Knife
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Razor Blade Scraper
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Suction Cups
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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. Open the rear compartment lid in order to access the reveal molding (1).
2. Remove the rear seat cushion. Refer to Seat Cushion Replacement - Rear (See: Body and Frame/Seats/Seat Cushion/Service and Repair/Removal
and Replacement/Seat Cushion Replacement - Rear) in Seats.
3. Remove the rear seat back. Refer to Seat Back Replacement - Rear (See: Body and Frame/Seats/Seat Back/Service and Repair/Removal and
Replacement/Seat Back Replacement - Rear) in Seats.
4. Remove the rear sail trim panels. Refer to Sail Panel Replacement (See: Body and Frame/Interior Moulding / Trim/Trim Panel/Service and
Repair/Removal and Replacement) in Interior Trim.
5. Remove the headliner. Refer to Headliner Replacement (See: Body and Frame/Interior Moulding / Trim/Headliner/Service and Repair) in Interior
Trim.
Caution: If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be blown into the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.
6. Cover to protect the following parts from broken glass:
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Rear shelf trim panel
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Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
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Carpeting
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Rear speaker
7. Disconnect all of the rear window electrical connectors.