LS V8-3.9L VIN A (2003)
5. Using the special tool, distance the rear window glass from the body.
6. Using the special tool, cut the remaining urethane adhesive and remove the rear window glass.
7. Using a soft brush or vacuum, remove the dirt and foreign material from the pinch weld.
INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Item 1: Rear Window Glass Installation Note
CAUTION: After installing the new urethane-installed rear window glass, the vehicle should not be driven until the urethane adhesive has
cured. The curing time at temperatures above 13°C (55°F) and relative humidity above 50% is 12-24 hours. (Refer to the Essex drive away
chart for the cure times as the temperatures and humidity vary). Inadequate curing of the urethane adhesive may adversely affect the strength
of the urethane adhesive bond.
1. Dry fit the rear window glass to the existing urethane bed on the body pinch weld. Align the rear window glass in the opening for a uniform fit.
2. Use tape or non-permanent marking pencil to make alignment marks on the rear window glass (preferably at the setting blocks), and the body to
aid in the installation alignment of the rear window glass.
3. After alignment, remove the rear window glass and molding assemblies from the vehicle and place on a stable work surface.
4. Trim the remaining urethane adhesive on the pinch weld using only the full-cut method. In this method, most of the existing urethane adhesive is
removed leaving a level bead around the entire pinch weld.
5. WARNING: All rust found on the pinch weld must be removed and the pinch weld restored to OEM specifications. If surface rust is
found, remove completely down to clean, bare metal. Prime pinch weld metal with an OEM recommended curing automotive paint
primer and allow to cure correctly. If rust has penetrated through the pinch weld metal, repair the pinch weld sheet metal at a body shop
before proceeding.
Check the pinch weld for damaged sheet metal, raised sheet metal at the spot welds, rust or foreign material that may cause glass breakage. Clean
or repair surface as necessary.
6. Use a Wool applicator to apply urethane metal primer to any exposed metal on the pinch weld. Allow six to ten minutes to dry.
7. If reinstalling the original rear window glass, remove any excess urethane adhesive.
8. Clean the inside of the glass surface with an alcohol-free cleaner to make sure the ceramic-coated area is clean.
9. CAUTION: Wipe off the urethane glass prep immediately after each application because it flash dries. Apply deliberate strokes, making
sure not to overlap the applied area.
If installing a new rear window glass, apply urethane glass prep twice around the glass surface to be prepped.
10. If installing a new rear window glass, apply urethane glass primer to the same area that was prepped in the previous step. Allow five minutes to
dry.
