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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1998 🢒 Astro - 4WD 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Body Rear End 🢒 Liftgate Garnish Molding Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 324264 Size: SH
  1. Remove the interior handle screw cover (12).
  2. Remove the screws (11).
  3. Remove the handle (10) and the escutcheon (9).
  4. Remove the screws (3).
  5. Remove the garnish molding assembly (2).

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 324264 Size: SH
  1. Install the garnish molding assembly (2).
  2. Install the locator pins into the locator hole on the liftgate assembly.
  3. Install the screws (3).
  4. Install the handle escutcheon (9) and the handle (10).

    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 screws (11).

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 6 N·m (53 lb in).

  6. Install the interior handle screw covers (12).