The rear window latch on my wifes truck broke off last week. The dealer had the whole window replaced by a local glass company and the guy totaly screwed it up. Not only is the window not centered in the opening, the front part is in way too far and the latch side is out too far, so the stupid thing leaks air! I called the dealer about it, but the guy that installed it is on vacation and wont be able to fix it untill the 25th CensoredCensored

How does the door come apart, and whats involved in getting to the window to adjust it??? Do you need any special tools or anything? I really dont want to listen to my wife's Censored for another week :(
thanks
dan

The window and frame are a one part assembly that are held in with urethane, just like a windshield.

Max, is there anyway to adjust the window then? or will they have to order another one? Is this a common for the latches to break?

No adjustments, will need to be replaced and installed correctly. These things get replaced quite alot due to air leaks, and I have seen quite a few latches broken too.

Hinged Body Side Window Replacement

Tools Required
J 39032 Stationary Glass Removal Tool
Urethane Adhesive Kit GM P/N 12346392 or Equivalent
Isopropyl Alcohol or Equivalent
Cartridge-type Caulking Gun
Commercial-type Utility Knife
Razor Blade Scraper
Suction Cups
Plastic Paddle
Removal Procedure

Caution: If a window is cracked but still intact, crisscross the window with masking tape in order to reduce the risk of damage or personal injury.



Important

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



<LI type=1>Open the side access door. <LI type=1>Cover to protect the following parts from broken glass if necessary: <LI type=A>Upper dash pad. <LI type=A>Defroster outlets and A/C outlets.
Seats and carpeting.
<LI type=1>Remove the side access door trim, if equipped. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Access Door in Doors.
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Caution: 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.



Important

Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the hinged body side window frame . Do this from inside the vehicle.



<LI type=1>This will allow the urethane adhesive to be separated from the hinged body side window frame.

Leave a base of urethane on the pinchweld flange.
The only suitable lubrication is clear water.
Use J 39032 or equivalent in order to remove the hinged body side window.
<LI type=1>If the original hinged body side window frame is damaged it must be replaced, if equipped.
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With the aid of an assistant, remove the window from the opening.
Installation Procedure

<LI type=1>Install a stationary window into the opening. Refer to Urethane Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows . <LI type=1>Install the side access door trim, if equipped. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Access Door in Doors. <LI type=1>Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and interior trim.
Close the side access door.

Max, thank you very much for the info! I was going to tear into it to see if I could save myself a trip to the dealer but I'm not even going to bother now.
I appreciate the help!
dan