Windshield Replacement: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2022 Buick Envision. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING:

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

WARNING:

When working with any type of glass or sheet metal with exposed or rough edges, wear approved safety glasses and gloves in order to reduce the chance of personal injury.

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.

Special Tools

BO-24402-A Glass Sealant Remover (Cold Knife).
Use commercially available glass cutting tool.
Use a urethane adhesive systems which meet GM Specification GM 3651G

Equivalent regional tools: Special Tools