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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the left molding to the door:
    1. Place the retainers into the holes.
    2. Press on the panel at the retainer locations until the retainers are fully seated.
  2. Install the right molding to the door:
    1. Place the retainers into the holes.
    2. Press on the panel at the retainer locations until the retainers are fully seated.
    3. NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in GM Vehicles Cautions & Notices.
  3. Install the screws that retain the panel to the door. Tighten:  Tighten the screws that retain the panel to the door to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
  4. Install the swing-out window latch. Refer to WINDOW REPLACEMENT - SWING OUT in Stationary Windows.
    5. Fig 1: Removing & Installing Left Window Garnish Molding
    G02507081Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    Fig 2: Removing & Installing Right Window Garnish Molding
    G02507082Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Ensure that the weatherstrip fits into the corner and matches the corner of the radius of the body flange.
  6. Ensure that the weatherstrip is seated completely onto the flange in all areas, resulting in a smooth, vinyl trim around the entire door opening.
    IMPORTANT: When using the rubber mallet, the weatherstrip must be hit square to the flange. Otherwise, an undesirable spreading of the carrier will occur, resulting in reduced retention.
  7. Ensure that there is no distortion or excessive spreading of the carrier as a result of hitting the carrier improperly with the rubber mallet.
  8. Lubricate the weatherstrip with GM Weatherstrip Silicone Lubricant P/N 12345579 or equivalent.
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