K 1500 Suburban 4WD V8-4.8L VIN V (2003)
Quarter Window Glass: Service and Repair
Stationary Quarter 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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J 34940 Rivet Gun
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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
1. Open the liftgate.
CAUTION:
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Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Caution in Service Precautions.
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Refer to Cracked Window Caution in Service Precautions.
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.
2. Cover the following parts to protect from broken glass.
CAUTION: If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be blown into the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.
2.1.
The upper dash pad
2.2.
The defroster outlets and A/C outlets
2.3.
The seats and the carpeting
3. Remove the right of left side applique.
4. Use J 24402-A , J 39032 , or equivalent in order to remove the quarter window.
IMPORTANT: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the quarter window from inside the vehicle. This will allow the urethane adhesive to be
separated from the window.
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Leave a base of urethane on the pinchweld flange.
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The only suitable lubrication is clear water.
5. If the original reveal molding on the window is damaged, replace the molding.