Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Windshield Header At Latches To Corner Of Header

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Apply a bead of sealant GM P/N 12345097, or equivalent, on the windshield header from 75 mm (3 in) beyond the latches to the corner of the header.
Install a glob of sealant across the top of the side retainers.

Fig 2: Rear Edge Of Weatherstrip To Windshield Upper Retainer Screws

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Position the weatherstrip to the windshield frame.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the windshield weatherstrip upper center retainer screws.
Tighten: Tighten the weatherstrip upper center retainer screws to 3.4 N.m (30 lb in).
Reinstall the weatherstrip to the upper retainer.
Insert the weatherstrip into the upper retainer starting in the center and working outwards.

Fig 3: Windshield Weatherstrip To Windshield Frame

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Peel the protective film from the foam tape on the sides of the new weatherstrip, or install two sided tape to the sides of a reused weatherstrip.
Insert the weatherstrip into the side retainer starting at the top and working downward on the LH and RH sides.
Install the LH and RH top corner weatherstrip screws.
Tighten: Tighten the windshield weatherstrip top corner screws to 3.4 N.m (30 lb in).
Install the lower LH and RH corner push in retainers.
Install the roof panel (coupe) or raise the top (convertible).