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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2002 🢒 Eldorado 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Doors 🢒 Door Window Channel Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the trim panel. Refer to Door Trim Panel Replacement .
  2. Remove the water deflector. Refer to Door Water Deflector Replacement .
  3. Remove the sealing strip. Refer to Inner Belt Sealing Strip Replacement .
  4. Remove the window. Refer to Door Window Replacement .
  5. Remove the front upstop adjuster nut.
  6. Remove the front upstop adjuster.

    7. Object Number: 319996 Size: LH
  7. Remove the bolt.

    8. Important: Do not damage the mirror seal.

  8. Move the top of the front run channel (2) away from the mirror.
  9. Rotate the channel toward the bottom of the door.
  10. Pull up on the bottom of the channel in order to release the channel from the retainer.
  11. Remove the front run channel (2).

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 319996 Size: LH
  1. Install the front run channel (2) into the door, parallel to the bottom of the door.
  2. Align the lower adjuster into the retainer.
  3. Swing up the top of the front run channel (2).
  4. Align the retainer to the bolt hole.

    5. 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.

  5. Install the bolt.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 11 N·m (97 lb in).

  6. Install the upstop adjuster.
  7. Install the nut.

    8. Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

  8. Apply a thin coat of lubricant GM P/N 99882386 or the equivalent onto the run channels.

    9. Important: Avoid lubrication build-up on the window run channels. Ensure that the lubricant does not contact the door window or belt line sealing strips.

  9. Install the window. Refer to Door Window Replacement .
  10. Perform the window adjustments as needed. Refer to Door Window Adjustment .
  11. Install the sealing strip. Refer to Inner Belt Sealing Strip Replacement .
  12. Install the water deflector. Refer to Door Water Deflector Replacement .
  13. Install the trim panel. Refer to Door Trim Panel Replacement .