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How to replace the back glass of a 2015 Chevrolet Sierra c1500
The back glass in this truck was broken this morning when lumber in the truck bed slid around. It’s a heated, power window.
The part we are installing is an OEM GM domestic back glass from the Chevrolet dealership. In the photo, you can see the cables that connect to the motor on the left and the heating cables on the right.
Installation starts by removing the back seats in the cabin.
Then we removed paneling behind the seats as well as the pillar c paneling, those are the covers to the back seatbelts.
The motor for the power window has to be disconnected from the cables connected to the broken glass. We had to hold back insulation behind the seats and the back paneling to access the motor.
Here’s the window motor about to be disconnected.
The glass has to carefully be cut away from the seal.
With the glass removed, excess urethane glue is removed from the body of the truck.
Once the excess glue is removed, we’ve got to clean the body of the truck thoroughly of dirt and dust.
Primer is put on the body of the truck.
Followed soon after by fresh urethane glue.
The back is carefully set into position on top of the fresh urethane glue.
Pilar c is placed back into position after the heat is hooked up. the motor is re attached and we check to make sure it works.
The cabin to the truck is then vacuumed extensively. With the window in place and the heater and motor working, and the cabin thoroughly cleaned of broken glass, we start putting back together the cabin.
Bolting the back seats into place.
Customer Testimonial
I called immediately after getting a dent/crack in my windshield to try to avoid it getting worse, and Justin was extremely accommodating and able to schedule me in that same day. He also told me about a service I didn’t even know I had through my insurance company, where the repair payment would be taken care of in full by my insurance (he even called them for me!). It only took Justin about 10 minutes to fix the crack and when he was done, I couldn’t even tell where it had been. He showed me two tiny, almost invisible, grey dots where the crack/dent had been – barely noticeable!
He did a great job, and overall I was very impressed with his level of service and professionalism – would highly recommend!
Lisa
New Customer Testimonial
I called immediately after getting a dent/crack in my windshield to try to avoid it getting worse, and Justin was extremely accommodating and able to schedule me in that same day. He also told me about a service I didn’t even know I had through my insurance company, where the repair payment would be taken care of in full by my insurance (he even called them for me!). It only took Justin about 10 minutes to fix the crack and when he was done, I couldn’t even tell where it had been. He showed me two tiny, almost invisible, grey dots where the crack/dent had been – barely noticeable!
He did a great job, and overall I was very impressed with his level of service and professionalism – would highly recommend!
Lisa
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California Auto Solutions is proud to be the first auto glass company to exclusively sell Nano Liquid Glass Protector. Originally only at auto dealerships this fundamental product is now available to you.
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Is driving with a cracked windshield legal in California?
No, it is not! Under California’s Vehicle Code (VC) Section 26710, “it is unlawful to operate a motor vehicle upon a highway when the windshield or rear window is in such a defective condition as to impair the driver’s vision either to the front or rear.”
A damaged windshield can lead to all kinds of hazardous situations not only impaired vision, but in the case of a collision the integrity of the glass is dramatically compromised which could lead to serious harm for the driver or passengers.
What can be done with the crack in my windshield? Can be repaired or does it need to be replaced?
This is where California Auto Solutions expert glass team comes in. We will analyze your damaged glass to determine the most effective solution of for you.
Do not wait another day to ensure your vehicles safety, contact us for a FREE CONSULTATION!
Do you have a leaking windshield?
California Auto Solutions is here to fix your automotive glass problems. Whether the leak is due to an improper installation or rust from weathering. We can fix any leaking windshield or vehicle glass.
There are a number of reasons why a windshield may leak — the number one cause being rust — a result of cutting corners and improper installation procedures by other glass companies.
Additional causes of leaks could be bad urethane placement, too little adhesive, uneven placement of urethane or a lack of primers.
Before we our skill team can repair or replace your damaged auto glass a detailed inspection must be completed to determine the exact defect.
Why wait for a rainy day?
Contact California Auto Glass for a FREE CONSULTATION for windshield replacement
Has your windshield developed large cracks or irreparable damage?
And now you are faced with the decision on which to choose between OEM or OEE glass? Let California Auto Solutions be your guide to proper windshield replacement.
At California Auto Solutions, we manufacture and install both OEM-equivalent or OEE auto glass.
What does this mean?
This means that your replacement windshield is essentially the same piece of glass that is installed at the time your vehicle is made. The only difference is the windshield manufacturer.
Our automotive glass meets and/or exceeds all federal, industry and safety standards. We engage rigorous product testing to ensure your safety.
Are you ready to replace that damaged windshield with premium quality and premier safety standard glass?
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Augmented reality coming soon to a windshield near you!
Have you ever wished you didn’t have to take your eyes of the road to check your speed? With an augmented reality windshield you won’t have to.
“HUD systems technology will superimpose vehicle information such as speed, warning signals and indicator arrows on the windshield.
This will allow you to maintain your focus on the road, all while receiving information that would normally require a glance at an instrument panel on the dashboard.
“Augmented reality is — hands-down — the most exciting new advance in HUD innovation,” says Mark Boyadjis, an analyst at IHD. “The biggest opportunity for augmented reality systems is for safety, but imagine a HUD enabling a virtual arrow to be laid upon the road itself as you drive, helping you to navigate more naturally. Other options could be illumination of the road lines or pedestrians at night or in poor visibility conditions.”
As the technology advances, so does your automotive safety. With an augmented reality windshield, the holistic interaction between car and driver becomes fused. By allowing the driver to register more quickly and keeping eyes focused on the road the overall safety is dramatically increased.”