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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Oldsmobile 🢒 2003 🢒 Aurora 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Doors 🢒 Front Door Frame Applique Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 441943 Size: SH
  1. Put the window in the down position.
  2. Grasp the window weatherstrip at the lower rear corner.
  3. Pull up and forward to release the window weatherstrip from the door frame far enough to expose the door applique fasteners.

    4. Object Number: 428662 Size: SH
  4. Remove the door applique fasteners.
  5. Remove the door applique by sliding forward.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 428662 Size: SH
  1. Install the applique by sliding rearward over the door frame.

    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 applique fasteners.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the fasteners to 2 N·m (18 lb in).


    Object Number: 449361 Size: SH
  3. Install the rear portion of the window weatherstrip (1).
    4. 3.1. Slide the end down into the door frame, making sure the window (2) is in the run channel.
    3.2. Squeeze and push the remaining portion of the window weatherstrip into the door frame.