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Installation Procedure

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  1. Attach the cord to the drain spout end of the new drain hose.
    2. Fig 1: View of Door Frame Assembly
    GM787982Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the front drain hose into the hinge pillar guide hole.
  3. Guide the drain hose (1) up through the hinge pillar panel near the A-pillar (2) while pulling on the cord.
  4. Secure the grommet end (1) to the hinge pillar.
  5. Remove the cord from the drain hose.
  6. Complete the following steps in order to install the door:
    1. Position the door to the vehicle, with the aid from an assistant.
    2. Connect the electrical harness connector.
    3. Push the harness inward, in order to secure the 4 locking tabs on the connector to the hinge pillar.
    4. Carefully move the door toward the hinge pillar.
      5. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
    5. Apply Loctite® Blue, GM P/N 12345382 (Canadian P/N 10953489) or the equivalent to the door hinge bolts.

      Install the hinge to pillar bolts.

      Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

    6. Install the check link bolt.

      Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

      7. NOTE: Striker alignment is a crucial part of door latch operation. Do not use the door striker to adjust the door to the vehicle. Failure to properly adjust the striker can result in damage to the door latch and the striker.
    7. Adjust the door for proper alignment. Refer to Door Adjustment .
    8. Use body color paint in order to touch up the door hinge bolt heads.
    7. Fig 2: Identifying Retainers Clips On "A" Pillar
    GM758125Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Secure the drain hose retainers to the "A" pillar (1).
    8. Fig 3: Identifying Drain Spout
    GM758127Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Secure the drain hose to the drain spout (1).

    The only suitable lubricant is clean water for the drain hose to drain spout installation.

    9. Fig 4: Identifying Sunroof Drain Hose
    GM786924Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Position the sound barrier (1) to the cowl.
  10. Install the instrument panel carrier. Refer to Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Replacement .
  11. Install the headliner (3) with an assistant. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement .
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