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Installation Procedure

  1. The locator pins on the window are positioned into the upper sheet metal slots in order to hold the stationary window in place in a cross-car position.
    Fig 1: Positioning Stationary Window At Locator Pins
    G02095842Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the stationary window into the opening. Refer to URETHANE ADHESIVE INSTALLATION OF STATIONARY WINDOWS  .
    Fig 2: Installing Stationary Window Into Opening
    G02095843Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the windshield side reveal moldings. Refer to WINDSHIELD SIDE REVEAL MOLDING REPLACEMENT  .
    Fig 3: Installing Windshield Side Reveal Moldings
    G02095844Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Connect the coaxial antenna electrical connector.
  5. Install the rearview mirror. Refer to REARVIEW MIRROR REPLACEMENT (UE1)  or REARVIEW MIRROR REPLACEMENT (DD7,DD8)  .
  6. Install the interior windshield garnish moldings. Refer to GARNISH MOLDING REPLACEMENT -- WINDSHIELD PILLAR in Interior Trim.
  7. Install the air inlet grille. Refer to AIR INLET GRILLE PANEL REPLACEMENT (LHD) or AIR INLET GRILLE PANEL REPLACEMENT (RHD) in Body Front End.
  8. Install the windshield wipers arms. Refer to WIPER ARM REPLACEMENT (LHD) or WIPER ARM REPLACEMENT (RHD) in Wipers/Washer Systems.
  9. Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
  10. Close the hood.
    Fig 4: Connecting Coaxial Antenna Electrical Connector
    G02095845Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.