Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Buick LaCrosse and 2008 Buick Allure. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the front door frame applique. Refer to Front Door Frame Applique Replacement .
- Remove the front door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
- Remove the front door water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
- Remove the outside rear view mirror. Refer to Power Mirror Replacement .
- Remove the front door inner window belt sealing strip. Refer to Front Side Door Window Belt Inner Sealing Strip Replacement .
- Position the window to the full down position.
- Remove the front door window weatherstrip. Refer to Front Side Door Window Weatherstrip Replacement .
- Remove the bolt (3) from the window channel retainer (2).
- Drill out the 4 mm (5/32 in) rivets (1) along the inside edge of the window channel retainer.
- Remove the window channel retainer from the door.
NOTE:
Refer to PAINT DAMAGE NOTICE
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