HHR L4-2.4L (2010)
Windshield: Removal and Replacement
Windshield Replacement
Windshield Replacement
Special Tools
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J 24402-A Glass Sealant Remover (Cold Knife)
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J 39032 Stationary Glass Removal Tool
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Use a urethane adhesive systems which meet GM Specification GM 3651G
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the windshield wiper arms and blades. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (See: Wiper and Washer Systems/Wiper
Arm/Service and Repair/Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement).
2. Remove the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement (See: Body and Frame/Cowl/Cowl Moulding / Trim/Service and Repair).
3. Remove the roof rail weatherstrip to the top of the window, Do not remove completely.
4. Remove the interior windshield pillar garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement (See: Body and Frame/Interior
Moulding / Trim/Trim Panel/Service and Repair/Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement).
5. Remove the rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement (See: Body and Frame/Mirrors/Service and Repair/Inside Rearview
Mirror Replacement).
Warning: Refer to Defroster Outlet Warning (See: Heating and Air Conditioning/Service Precautions).
6. Cover the following parts to protect from broken glass:
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Upper dash pad
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Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
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Seats and carpeting
Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning (See: Body and Frame/Service Precautions/Technician Safety
Information/Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning).
Note: Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.
7. 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 J 24402-A , J 39032 , or equivalent to remove the window.
