Rear Window Replacement. Chevrolet Joy 2008

For 1990-2009 cars

#### Tools Required

J 24402-A Glass Sealant Remover

### Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in the Preface section.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect the rear window defogger electrical connectors.

Notice: Refer to Avoid Damage to Grid Lines Notice in the Preface section.

3. Using the J 24402-A (1), cut the adhesive around the rear window glass.
4. Remove the rear window glass from the vehicle.
5. Using a knife, remove the adhesive from the rear window glass.

### Installation Procedure

Notice: Refer to Avoid Damage to Grid Lines Notice in the Preface section.

1. Apply tape to the new weatherstrip and the rear window to hold the weatherstrip in place.
2. Apply adhesive primer to the rear window frame and the perimeter of the rear window.

Caution: Insufficient curing of urethane adhesive may allow unrestrained occupants to be ejected from the vehicle resulting in personal injury.

• | For the moisture-curing type of urethane adhesive, allow a minimum of 6 hours at 21°C (70°F) or greater and with at least 30 percent relative humidity. Allow at least 24 hours for the complete curing of the urethane adhesive.

• | For the chemical-curing type of urethane adhesive, allow a minimum of 1 hour .

Do NOT physically disturb the repair area until after these minimum times have elapsed.
3. Apply glass adhesive to the rear window frame.
4. Install the rear window into the rear window frame.
5. Reposition the tape over the weatherstrip, the rear window and the rear window frame to hold the rear window in place.
6. Let the adhesive dry for 24 hours.
7. Remove the tape.
8. Inspect for water leaks by pouring water on the rear window. If a leak is found, dry the window and fill the area that leaks with adhesive. If the leak persists, remove the rear window and repeat the entire procedure.
9. Connect the rear window defogger electrical connector.
10. Connect the negative battery cable.