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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 1998 🢒 Grand Am 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Doors 🢒 Window Run Channel Replacement - Front Lower

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Door Trim Panel Replacement .

    2. Object Number: 383055 Size: SH
  2. Remove enough of the door water deflector in order to access the lower window run channel. Refer to Door Water Deflector Replacement .
  3. Remove the bolt from the window run channel.
  4. Pull upward on the window run channel in order to disengage the retainer (2).
  5. Remove the window run channel.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 383055 Size: SH
  1. Engage the retainer (2) by pulling upward on the lower window run channel.

    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 bolt to the window run channel.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

  3. Install the door water deflector. Refer to Door Water Deflector Replacement .
  4. Install the door trim panel. Refer to Door Trim Panel Replacement .