Rear sliding window leaks at top
02-24-2007, 08:55 PM
#4
Take a close look...if you have the factory sliding rear window with the plastic frame, more than likely the frame is cracked and the sliding rear window assembly needs to be replaced. I had mine replaced 3 times under warranty until the dealer finally put an aftermarket (CR Lawrence) sliding rear window in, which has a metal frame to it. This repair was as per GM since they couldn't seem to design a window frame that didn't crack due to body flex...WTF? 
If you already have a window with a metal frame, then a re-seal is in order.
If you already have a window with a metal frame, then a re-seal is in order.
02-26-2007, 08:43 AM
#5
Originally Posted by budhayes3
Take a close look...if you have the factory sliding rear window with the plastic frame, more than likely the frame is cracked and the sliding rear window assembly needs to be replaced. I had mine replaced 3 times under warranty until the dealer finally put an aftermarket (CR Lawrence) sliding rear window in, which has a metal frame to it. This repair was as per GM since they couldn't seem to design a window frame that didn't crack due to body flex...WTF?
If you already have a window with a metal frame, then a re-seal is in order.
If you already have a window with a metal frame, then a re-seal is in order.
i didnt know this was a common problem. i guess ill have to call a glass place for an estimate.
thanks guys.
02-26-2007, 12:33 PM
#6
What budhayes3 said is exactly correct. Had the exact same problem with my truck. The only difference with mine is that I had my window replaced with a C.R. Lawrence window the first time. I checked with my local dealer when the window leaked and they told me that it is a known problem and they would only replace it with a non-slider. I wanted to keep my slider so I had my local glass shop install C.R. Lawrence Power-Slider (metal frame). I love it! No problems with it since.
When you check for the cracks in the plastic frame, look carefully. The cracks almost look like they should be there. On my truck, I thought they were expansion joints. They were very straight and in similar places on both sides of the window frame. I didnot know there were cracks until my window started leaking.
When you check for the cracks in the plastic frame, look carefully. The cracks almost look like they should be there. On my truck, I thought they were expansion joints. They were very straight and in similar places on both sides of the window frame. I didnot know there were cracks until my window started leaking.
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