GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes
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Chevrolet
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2003
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Venture
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Body and Accessories
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Exterior Trim
🢒 Roof Weld Joint Reveal Molding Replacement
Removal Procedure
Open the side doors.
Partially remove the weatherstrip from the roof drip rail, by pulling it from the flange.
Notice:
Use a plastic, flat-bladed tool to prevent paint damage when removing an emblem/name plate.
Remove the weld joint molding from the roof studs using a flat-bladed tool.
Remove the weld joint molding from the roof.
Remove the insulators from the weld joint molding, if necessary.
Remove the weld joint molding retainers from the weld joint molding using a flat-bladed tool, if necessary.
Installation Procedure
Install the weld joint molding retainers to the weld joint molding, pressing until fully seated.
Install the insulators to the weld joint molding, if removed.
Position the weld joint molding to the roof.
Press the weld joint molding onto the roof studs, until fully seated.
Install the weatherstrip to the roof drip rail.
Press the weatherstrip onto the flange until fully seated.
Close the side doors.