Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Aztek and 2003 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Important: Protect the applique with heavy material tape in order to avoid damaging the underlying paint finish or applique. Do not use a pointed or a sharp instrument for the removal of the applique.

Remove the rear door window outer belt sealing strip. Refer to SEALING STRIP REPLACEMENT - REAR DOOR WINDOW BELT OUTER .
Remove the center of the rivets using a center punch.

Fig 1: Removing Rear Door Frame Applique (1 Of 3)
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Drill out the rivets from the frame applique.

Fig 2: Removing Rear Door Frame Applique (2 Of 3)
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Remove the frame applique from the rear door.

Fig 3: Removing Rear Door Frame Applique (3 Of 3)
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