Window Track: Service and Repair

Door Window Channel Replacement

Removal Procedure

Caution: This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause the following conditions:
^ Air bag deployment
^ Personal injury
^ Unnecessary SIR system repairs
In order to avoid the above conditions, observe the following guidelines:
^ Refer to SIR Component Views in order to determine if you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring.
^ If you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System.

Caution: In order to prevent SIR deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs, do not strike the door or the door pillar in the area of the side impact sensor (SIS). Turn OFF the ignition and remove the key when performing service in the area of the SIS.





1. Disable the SIR system.
2. Remove the trim panel.
3. Remove water deflector.
4. Remove the sealing strip.
5. Remove the window.
6. Remove the lower run channel fastener (2).
7. Remove the front lower run channel (1).

Installation Procedure





1. Install the front lower run channel (1).

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Install the bolt (2).

Tighten
Tighten the bolt (2) to 10.5 N.m (93 lb in).

3. Install the window.
4. Install the sealing strip.
5. Install the water deflector.
6. Enable the SIR system.
7. Install the trim panel.