Chevrolet Trax: Windshield replacement

Special Tools

• BO-24402-A Glass Sealant Remover (Cold Knife)
• BO-39032 Stationary Glass Removal Tool
• Use an adhesive that is approved by GM

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.

Removal Procedure

1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the windshield wiper arms. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement .
3. Remove the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement (Trax) , Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement (Encore) .
4. Remove the outside moisture sensor. Refer to Windshield Outside Moisture Sensor Replacement .
5. Remove the remote control door lock receiver. Refer to Remote Control Door Lock Receiver Replacement (Without UFL and LDW) , Remote Control Door Lock Receiver Replacement (With UFL and LDW) .
6. Remove the inside rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement .
7. Remove the windshield garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement (Encore) , Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement (Trax) .

WARNING: If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be blown into the passenger compartment and cause personal injury.

8. Cover to protect the following parts from broken glass:

• Upper dash pad
• Defroster outlets and A/C outlets
• Seats and carpeting

WARNING: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning

NOTE: Before cutting out a stationary window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.

9. Using the appropriate tool, carefully cut the windshield reveal molding in order to access the autoadhesive bead.

Fig. 8: Separating Urethane Adhesive From Window

NOTE: Keep the cutting edge of the appropriate tool against the window. There are window locating pins, one in each upper corner of the window. Use care Not to remove or cut them off when removing the window. If the window locator pins are cut, it will be necessary to tape the window in place.

10. This will allow the auto-adhesive to be separated from the window.

• Leave a base of auto-adhesive on the pinchweld flange.
• The only suitable lubrication is clean water, no oils, lubes or soaps.
• Use BO-24402-A Glass Sealant Remover (Cold Knife).
• BO-39032 Stationary Glass Removal Tool , or equivalent in order to remove the window.

Fig. 9: Separating Bottom Of Window

11. Use the appropraite tool to remove the bottom of the window from the auto-adhesive. Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window. Do this from inside the vehicle.

Fig. 10: Window And Retainers

12. With an assistant, remove the window (2) from the vehicle. Check that the retainers (1) are still attached to the window before installing.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the windshield into the opening. Refer to Adhesive Installation of Windshields.
2. Remove the outside moisture sensor. Refer to Windshield Outside Moisture Sensor Replacement .
3. Remove the remote control door lock receiver. Refer to Remote Control Door Lock Receiver Replacement (Without UFL and LDW) , Remote Control Door Lock Receiver Replacement (With UFL and LDW) .
4. Install the rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement .
5. Install the windshield garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement (Encore) , Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement (Trax) .
6. Install the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement (Trax) , Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement (Encore) .
7. Install the windshield wipers arms. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement .
8. Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
9. Close the hood.

FRONT SIDE DOOR WINDOW REPLACEMENT

Fig. 11: Front Side Door Window Rear Guide

Front Side Door Window Replacement

REAR SIDE DOOR WINDOW REPLACEMENT

Fig. 12: Rear Side Door Window

Rear Side Door Window Replacement

REAR SIDE DOOR STATIONARY WINDOW REPLACEMENT

Fig. 13: Rear Side Door Stationary Window

Rear Side Door Stationary Window Replacement

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