GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 1997 🢒 Catera 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Roof 🢒 Sunroof Air Deflector Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Slide the sunscreen all the way rearward.
  2. Open the glass panel.

    3. Object Number: 168354 Size: SH
  3. Remove the screws from the wind deflector lift arms.

    4. Object Number: 168356 Size: SH
  4. Remove the wind deflector by lifting the arms from the front locators pins.

    5. Object Number: 168357 Size: SH
  5. Remove the lift spring (1), which is located in the front of the wind deflector.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 168357 Size: SH
  1. Install the lift spring (1). Place the lift spring under the wind deflector with the roll sided down.

    2. Object Number: 168356 Size: SH
  2. Install the wind deflector lifting arms to the front locators pins.

    3. Object Number: 168354 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.

  3. Install the screws to the wind deflector lift arms.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the wind deflector screws until fully seated and not stripped.

  4. Close the glass panel.
  5. Slide the sunscreen closed.