How to Replace a Car Window
Car windows can become cracked from flying debris. This repair can be quite costly if you have someone else perform it. The window can be repaired easily using a few tools. Replacing the window on your own will be time consuming so set aside at least half a day.
Materials Needed
- Broom
- Gloves
- Replacement car window
- Glass cleaner
- Microfiber cloth
- Car repair manual
- Make sure you compare prices when shopping for a car window. Always take the year, make and model of your car when shopping to make sure the window will fit.
- Sweep the area where you will be working with a broom to remove any debris. Carefully remove any glass inside the car and place it in the garbage. Make sure all of the glass is removed.
- Read the car repair manual to find out how to remove the door panel. Locate the weather barrier around the window. Peel the barrier back a little at a time until it is completely removed. Put on heavy-duty gloves to protect your hand from the glass. Remove the car window. Inspect the door panel and inside the car for any loose glass and remove it.
- Spray the new car window with glass cleaner. Use a microfiber cloth to clean the window. This will remove any dirt and debris.
- Pick up the replacement window and carefully put it into place. Make sure the bracket is in place and the clips are aligned so the window can be set into place. The car repair manual will instruct you on how to properly put the window in the door panel.
- Make sure all bolts and brackets are in place and tightened. Carefully replace the weather barrier back around the car window. Put the door panel back into place. Roll the window up and down to make sure it is operating properly.