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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 2003 🢒 Rendezvous - AWD 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Doors 🢒 Rear Side Door Window Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 621642 Size: SH
  1. Position the rear door window in the full down position.
  2. Remove the trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
  3. Remove the water deflector. Refer to Rear Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
  4. Remove the outer belt sealing strip. Refer to Rear Door Window Belt Outer Sealing Strip Replacement .
  5. Remove the window weatherstrip. Refer to Rear Side Door Window Weatherstrip Replacement .
  6. Loosen the bolts (1) to the clevice clamps.

    7. Object Number: 621633 Size: SH
  7. Remove the window from the outside of the rear door.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 621633 Size: SH
  1. Position the rear door window between the inner and the outer door panels.
  2. Point the lower rear corner of the window down and pass through the belt opening.
  3. Align the edges with the weatherstrip channel.

    4. Object Number: 621642 Size: SH

    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. Turn the window to a horizontal position and align the window with the clevice clamps.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the clevice clamps bolts (1) to 11 N·m (97 lb in).

  5. Install the window weatherstrip. Refer to Rear Side Door Window Weatherstrip Replacement .

    6. Important: Do NOT allow the sealing lips on the outer belt sealing strip to roll over and point downwards. If this condition is present the window will not raise properly.

  6. Install the outer belt sealing strip. Refer to Rear Door Window Belt Outer Sealing Strip Replacement .
  7. Install the water deflector. Refer to Rear Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
  8. Install the trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .