GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Oldsmobile 🢒 1998 🢒 Silhouette 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Stationary Windows 🢒 Quarter Window Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the left body side front trim panel. Refer to Body Side Front Trim Panel Replacement - Left Side in Interior Trim.
  2. Remove the body side rear upper trim panel. Refer to Third Pillar Trim Replacement in Interior Trim.
  3. Remove the upper pillar trim panel. Refer to Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.

    4. Object Number: 443510 Size: SH
  4. Remove the latch screws from the front quarter window.

    5. Object Number: 443508 Size: SH
  5. Remove the hinge stud nuts from the front quarter window.

    6. Object Number: 443500 Size: SH
  6. Remove the front quarter window from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 443500 Size: SH
  1. Install the front quarter window to the vehicle.

    2. Object Number: 443508 Size: SH

    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 hinge stud nuts to the front quarter window.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).


    Object Number: 443510 Size: SH
  3. Install the latch screws to the front quarter window.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 8 N·m (70 lb in).

  4. Install the left body side front trim panel. Refer to Body Side Front Trim Panel Replacement - Left Side in Interior Trim.
  5. Install the body side rear upper trim panel. Refer to Third Pillar Trim Replacement in Interior Trim.
  6. Install the upper pillar trim panel. Refer to Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.