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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1211 (BODY REAR END)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSLIFT WINDOW PANEL REPLACEMENT - REARINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD

Installation Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure
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NOTE: DO NOT close the lift window panel with the struts attached unless the window is installed and the window adhesive fully cured. The window adds strength and rigidity to the lift window panel. Attempting to close the lift window panel, with the struts installed, without a window or with the window adhesive not fully cured, could cause the panel to crack.
  1. Install sealant to the hinge studs to prevent water leaks.
  2. Place a protective covering over the roof bow.
  3. With an assistant, position the lift window panel with the shims to the roof bow.
    Fig 1: Positioning Lift Window Panel
    G01452030Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Align the lift window panel to the opening with a 7 mm (0.27 in) gap between the window and the roof bow.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  5. Install the hinge nuts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the lift window hinge nuts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  6. Open and support the lift window panel.
    Fig 2: Hinge Nuts
    G01452031Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the struts to the lift window panel.
  8. Remove the lift window panel temporary support.
  9. Connect the window defogger connections.
    Fig 3: Installing Struts To Lift Window Panel
    G01452032Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Connect the antenna jumper cable to the lift window.
    Fig 4: Connecting Antenna Jumper Cable To Lift Window
    G01452033Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Install the trim panel to the roof bow. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - REAR ROOF BOW in Interior Trim.
  12. Close the lift window panel.
    Fig 5: Installing Trim Panel To Roof Bow
    G01452034Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Install the roof panel.
    Fig 6: Roof Panel
    G01452035Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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