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Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 830984  Size: SH
  1. Remove the rear interior trim panel covering the actuator. Refer to Body Side Window Rear Garnish Molding Replacement.
  2. Disconnect the electrical connection (1).

  3. Object Number: 1231409  Size: SH
  4. Remove the actuator arm (1) to the window hinge screw (2)
  5. Remove the actuator retaining nuts.
  6. Remove the actuator from the vehicle.

  7. Object Number: 1231176  Size: SH
  8. Using a 2.0 mm (0.08 in) pin (1), secure the window bracket (3) to the window frame (4).

Installation Procedure

    Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 830984  Size: SH
  1. Position the actuator over the mounting studs and install the retaining nuts (3).
  2. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts (3) to 7 N·m (2 lb in).

  3. Connect the electrical connector (1).
  4. Note: If installing a new actuator, the actuator is timed correctly at the factory.

  5. If installing or adjusting the old actuator proceed as follows:

  6. Object Number: 1231176  Size: SH
  7. Ensure the window latch bracket (3) is pinned (1) the window frame (4).

  8. Object Number: 1231058  Size: SH
  9. Position the bellcrank (1) at a 45 degree angle (2) compared to the vertical edge of the window side sheet metal (4).

  10. Object Number: 1232907  Size: SH
  11. Using the body side power window switches (1 or 2) at the overhead console, push the switch in order to position the bellcrank at a 45 degree angle to the sheet metal flange.

  12. Object Number: 1231058  Size: SH

    Note: The bellcrank arm (1) needs to be at a 45 degree angle (2) parallel to the sheet metal flange (4) prior to securing the actuator arm screw.

  13. Install the screw connecting the window bracket to the actuator arm.
  14. Tighten
    Tighten the screw to 5 N·m (44 lb in).


    Object Number: 1231176  Size: SH
  15. Remove the window bracket to the window frame pin (1).
  16. Verify the operation of the body side window.
  17. Install the rear interior trim panel. Refer to Body Side Window Rear Garnish Molding Replacement.