Malibu L4-2.2L VIN F (2005)
Quarter Window Glass: Service and Repair
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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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: Refer to Cracked Window Caution in Service Precautions.
Important: Before cutting out a quarter window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and
the interior trim.
1. Open the liftgate.
2. Remove the inside garnish molding.
Caution: Refer to Defroster Outlet Caution in Service Precautions.
3. Cover the following parts to protect from broken glass:
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Upper dash pad
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Defroster outlets and air conditioning (A/C) outlets
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Seats and carpeting
Caution: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Caution in Service Precautions.
Important: When cutting out the quarter window use care not to damage the encapsulation around the perimeter of the quarter window.
If the encapsulation is damaged, the window must be replaced.
Important: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the quarter window. Do this from inside the vehicle to protect the outer painted
surface.
4. Remove the window from the urethane adhesive.
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Leave a base of urethane approximately 2 mm (0.078 in) on the pinch-weld flange.
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The only suitable lubrication is clear water.
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Use the J 24402-A, J 39032, or equivalent in order to remove the quarter window.
