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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2007 🢒 Grand Prix 🢒 Body Systems 🢒 Fixed and Moveable Windows 🢒 Front Side Door Window Channel Retainer Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Notice: To avoid paint damage, protect the area surrounding the part which you are removing or installing.

  1. Apply masking tape to the door frame applique.
  2. Remove the front door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
  3. Remove the front door water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
  4. Remove the front door window weatherstrip. Refer to Front Side Door Window Weatherstrip Replacement .
  5. Remove the outside rear view mirror. Refer to Power Mirror Replacement .
  6. Remove the front door inner window belt sealing strip. Refer to Front Side Door Window Belt Inner Sealing Strip Replacement .
  7. Position the window to the full down position.

    8. Object Number: 794032 Size: SH
  8. Remove the screw (2) from the top corner of the inside door frame.

    9. Object Number: 799081 Size: SH
  9. Remove the window channel weatherstrip by grasping the center and pulling downward to expose the rivets.

    10. Drill out the 4 mm (5/32 in) rivets (2) along the inside edge of the window channel retainer.

  10. Remove the window channel retainer from the door.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 799081 Size: SH
  1. Install the window channel retainer to the door.
  2. Install the new 4 mm (5/32 in) rivets (2) along the inside edge of the window channel retainer.
  3. Install the window channel weatherstrip by working it around the door frame. Ensure that the weatherstrip is fully seated into the window channel retainer.

    4. Object Number: 794032 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.

  4. Install the screw (2) to the top corner of the frame.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the screw to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

  5. Inspect the window for proper operation.
  6. Remove the masking tape from the applique.
  7. Install the front door inner window belt sealing strip. Refer to Front Side Door Window Belt Inner Sealing Strip Replacement .
  8. Install the outside mirror. Refer to Power Mirror Replacement .
  9. Install the front door window weatherstrip. Refer to Front Side Door Window Weatherstrip Replacement .
  10. Install the front door water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
  11. Install the front door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .