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Door Body Side Molding Replacement Buick

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 300697  Size: SH
  1. Remove the retaining screw.
  2. Pull the molding (2) upward and gently pry the molding off along the top edge.
  3. Slide the molding down off of the lower clips.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 300704  Size: SH
  1. Install the molding (2).
  2. Install the retaining screw.

Door Body Side Molding Replacement 88/LSS

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 386101  Size: SH
  1. Remove the retaining screws (1).
  2. Gently pry the top of the molding (2) off of the clips (3,4,5).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 386101  Size: SH
  1. Starting at the bottom, push the molding onto the clips (3,4,5) until the molding (2) snaps into place.
  2. Install the retaining screws (1).

Door Body Side Molding Replacement Bonneville SSE

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 386110  Size: SH
  1. Remove the retaining screws (3).
  2. Gently pry the lower molding in order to disengage the clips (2).
  3. Gently pry the center molding in order to disengage the upper row of clips (1).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 386110  Size: SH
  1. Press the center molding in order to engage the upper row of clips (1).
  2. Press the lower molding in order to engage the clips (2).
  3. 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.

  4. Install the retaining screws (3).
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the retaining screws to 1 N·m (8.9 lb in).

Door Body Side Molding Replacement BonnevilleSE

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 386110  Size: SH
  1. Remove the retaining screws (3).
  2. Gently pry the lower molding in order to disengage the clips (2). Push the molding up and gently pry along the top edge of the molding.
  3. Gently pry the center molding in order to disengage the upper row of clips (1). Slide the molding down off of the clips.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 386110  Size: SH
  1. Press the center molding in order to engage the upper row of clips (1). Slide the molding up onto the clips.
  2. Press the lower molding in order to engage the clips (2). Press the molding down in order to engage the clips.
  3. 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.

  4. Install the retaining screws (3).
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the retaining screws to 1 N·m (8.9 lb in).