Impala V8-5.3L (2008)
Windshield: Removal and Replacement
Windshield Replacement
Special Tools
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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
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. Open the hood.
2. Remove the windshield wiper arms and blades.
3. Remove the air inlet grille.
4. Remove the windshield garnish moldings.
5. Remove the rearview mirror.
Caution: If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be blown into the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.
6. Cover to protect the following parts from broken glass:
1. Upper dash pad.
2. Defroster outlets and A/C outlets.
3. Seats and carpeting.
Caution: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Caution.
7. Remove the windshield lace molding (1).
Use a utility knife in order to cut around the windshield in order to remove the windshield lace.
Grasp the lower corner of the windshield lace by hand and slowly pull the molding away from the windshield.
8. Remove the lower windshield supports (1) from the cowl panel, if equipped.
