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Removal Procedure

    Fig 1: Window Channel Retainer, Bolts and Rivets
    GM1362822Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Paint Damage Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Remove the front door frame applique. Refer to Door Frame Applique Replacement - Front .
  2. Remove the front door trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Front Door .
  3. Remove the front door water deflector. Refer to Water Deflector Replacement - Front Door .
  4. Remove the outside rear view mirror. Refer to Mirror Replacement - Power .
  5. Remove the front door inner window belt sealing strip. Refer to Sealing Strip Replacement - Front Door Window Belt Inner .
  6. Position the window to the full down position.
  7. Remove the front door window weatherstrip. Refer to Weatherstrip Replacement - Front Door Window .
  8. Remove the bolt (3) from the window channel retainer (2).
  9. Drill out the 4 mm (5/32 in) rivets (1) along the inside edge of the window channel retainer.
  10. Remove the window channel retainer from the door.