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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBUICK2005LESABRE LIMITED, 4T65E/M15REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMEWINDOWSDOOR SYSTEM, MIRROR SYSTEM & WINDOW SYSTEMREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSDOOR FRAME APPLIQUE REPLACEMENT - REARREMOVAL PROCEDURE

2005 Buick LeSabre Limited, 4T65E/M15

Removal Procedure

2005 Buick LeSabre Limited, 4T65E/M15SECTION Removal Procedure

Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Rear Door .
Remove the door window outer belt molding. Refer to Sealing Strip Replacement - Rear Door Window Belt Outer .

Fig 1: View of Fastener, Division Post, and Rear Window Weatherstrip Assembly

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Grasp the front, lower end of the window weatherstrip (3) and pull the weatherstrip (3) out of the door frame, far enough to reveal the door applique fasteners.

Fig 2: View of Door Frame Applique - Rear

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Remove the applique fasteners.
Roll the rear of the applique outward then forward in order to remove.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.