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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2003 🢒 Malibu 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Roof 🢒 Sunroof Housing Front Drain Hose Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 719688 Size: SH
  1. Remove the headliner. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement .
  2. Remove the necessary IP sound insulators. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side and Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  3. Remove the necessary carpet retainers. Refer to Carpet Retainer Replacement in Interior Trim.
  4. Pull the carpeting back to expose the rubber body insulator.
  5. Remove hood latch release cable screw and set aside the hood latch release lever, driver side only.

    6. Object Number: 719696 Size: SH
  6. Pull the rubber body insulator away from the body to expose the pillar access hole.

    7. Object Number: 719662 Size: SH
  7. Disconnect the drain hose from the front sunroof drain port.

    8. Object Number: 719821 Size: SH
  8. Release the drain hose from the retaining clip located at the top of the front pillar.

    9. Object Number: 719648 Size: SH
  9. Pull the drain hose outlet rubber grommet away from the hinge pillar to expose the drain hose.

    10. Object Number: 719653 Size: SH
  10. Pull the remainder of the drain hose through the hole in the hinge pillar. It may be necessary to assist the hose from inside the vehicle by gaining access to it through an internal pillar access hole.

    11. Object Number: 719642 Size: SH
  11. Separate the drain hose outlet from the drain hose.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 719662 Size: SH
  1. Install the drain hose down through the front pillar. Connect the drain hose to the front sunroof drain port.

    2. Object Number: 719821 Size: SH
  2. Press the drain hose into the retaining clip at the top of the front pillar.

    3. Object Number: 719696 Size: SH
  3. Using a pillar access hole inside the vehicle, guide the drain hose to the exit hole in the hinge pillar.

    4. Object Number: 719642 Size: SH
  4. Pull the hose through the hole in the hinge pillar and connect the drain hose outlet to the drain hose.

    5. Object Number: 719653 Size: SH
  5. Position the excess portion of the hose back into the hinge pillar. Ensure that the hose does not bind or fall below the level of the exit hole.

    6. Object Number: 719648 Size: SH
  6. Press the drain hose outlet rubber grommet into the exit hole. Ensure that the grommet is secured.

    7. Object Number: 719696 Size: SH
  7. Place the rubber body insulator back into position.

    8. Object Number: 719688 Size: SH
  8. Reposition the hood release lever.

    9. 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.

  9. Install the hood latch release cable screw.

    10. Tighten
    Tighten the hood latch release cable screw to 3 N·m (27 lb in).

  10. Reposition the carpeting.
  11. Install the carpet retainers. Refer to Carpet Retainer Replacement in Interior Trim.
  12. Install the IP sound insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side and Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  13. Install the headliner. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement .