Windshield Replacement Opel GT II

Windshield Replacement

Special Tools

Removal Procedure

1. Before cutting out a stationary window, apply a double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
2. Remove the windshield wiper arms and blades. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement .
3. Remove the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement .
4. Remove the interior windshield pillar garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement .
5. Remove the upper garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Upper Garnish Molding Replacement .
6. Remove the rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement .
7. Cover the following parts to protect from broken glass:
8. Using a utility knife, carefully cut the exposed reveal molding (1) from the sides and the top edge of the windshield to access the urethane adhesive bead.
9. Keep the cutting edge of the tool against the window.
10. Keep the cutting edge of the knife/tool against the window. Do this from inside the vehicle.
11. With the aid of an assistant (2), remove the windshield (1) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the windshield into the opening. Refer to Adhesive Installation of Stationary Windows .
2. Install the rearview mirror. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement .
3. Install the interior windshield pillar garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement .
4. Remove the upper garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Upper Garnish Molding Replacement .
5. Install the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement .
6. Install the windshield wipers arms and blades. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement .
7. Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and the interior trim.
8. Close the hood.