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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2005 🢒 Corvette 🢒 Body 🢒 Roof 🢒 Roof Lift Off Panel/Window Front Striker Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 63735 Size: SH
  1. Remove the roof panel.

    2. Object Number: 63742 Size: SH
  2. Remove the sunshade. Refer to Sunshade Replacement in Interior Trim.
  3. Remove the side and upper garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Upper Garnish Molding Replacement in Interior Trim.

    4. Object Number: 63754 Size: SH
  4. Mark the location of the striker to aid in installation.
  5. Remove the bolts attaching the striker.
  6. Remove the striker.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 63754 Size: SH
  1. Align the striker with the marks made before removal.

    2. 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.

  2. Install the striker attaching bolts.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the roof front latch handle striker bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).


    Object Number: 63742 Size: SH
  3. Install the upper and side garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Upper Garnish Molding Replacement in Interior Trim.
  4. Install the sunshade. Refer to Sunshade Replacement in Interior Trim.

    5. Object Number: 63735 Size: SH
  5. Install the roof panel.
  6. Adjust if necessary. Refer to Roof Lift Off Panel Adjustment .