Savana 3500 V8-6.6L DSL Turbo VIN 2 (2006)
Back Window Glass: Service and Repair
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: 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.
1. Remove the rear door trim panels in order to gain access the rear window. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Door - Left (See: Body and
Frame/Interior Moulding / Trim/Console/Service and Repair) and Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Door - Right (See: Body and Frame/Interior
Moulding / Trim/Console/Service and Repair) in Body Rear End.
Caution: Refer to Defroster Outlet Caution in Service Precautions.
2. Cover to protect the following parts from broken glass:
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The upper dash pad.
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The defroster outlets and A/C outlets
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The seats and carpeting.
Important: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window. 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.
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Use J 24402-A, J 39032 or equivalent in order to remove the window.
3. With the aid of an assistant, use the suction cups to lift the rear window from the opening.
4. Remove the stationary window.
Installation Procedure
1. Install a stationary window into the opening. Refer to Urethane Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows (See: Service and Repair/Urethane
