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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Lower the window.
  2. Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

  3. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  4. Remove the rear door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
  5. Remove the inner and outer sealing strips. Refer to Rear Door Window Belt Outer Sealing Strip Replacement or Rear Door Window Belt Inner Sealing Strip Replacement .
  6. Pay close attention not to scratch the painted surface of the door.
  7. In order to remove the outer sealing strip, reach over the door and carefully pull upward on the lower edge of the sealing strip from the front to the rear.

  8. Object Number: 430558  Size: SH
  9. Remove the three retaining screws (1) from the division post (2).
  10. Remove the division post garnish molding (2).
  11. Remove the retainer from the upper forward corner of the glass run channel.
  12. Carefully peel the glass run channel from the forward (vertical) edge from top to the bottom.
  13. Peel the glass run channel from the top edge rearward to the division post.
  14. Push upward and outward at the lower edge of the glass run channel in order to disengage the locator clips.
  15. Remove the glass run channel from the door.

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the glass run channel onto the door.
  2. Install the locator clips to the rear edge of the door.
  3. Secure the rest of the glass run channel into place beginning with the lower forward corner.
  4. Work your way up the forward (vertical) edge and across the top edge of the door.
  5. Install the retainer to the upper forward corner of the glass run channel.

  6. Object Number: 430558  Size: SH
  7. Install the division post garnish molding (2).
  8. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  9. Install the three retaining screws to the division post.
  10. Install the middle screw first.
  11. Tighten
    Tighten the middle screw to 3 N·m (27 lb in).

  12. Install the top screw second.
  13. Tighten
    Tighten the top screw to 3 N·m (27 lb in).

  14. Install the bottom screw third.
  15. Tighten
    Tighten the bottom screw to 3 N·m (27 lb in).

  16. Install the inner and outer sealing strips. Refer to Rear Door Window Belt Outer Sealing Strip Replacement or Rear Door Window Belt Inner Sealing Strip Replacement .
  17. Install the rear door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
  18. Connect the negative battery cable.