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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1509 (STATIONARY WINDOW SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSWEATHERSTRIP SIDE RETAINER REPLACEMENT (HARDTOP)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD

Installation Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    Fig 1: Foam Tape On Back Of Retainer
    GM479201Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Apply a bead of sealer to the blow out clip (2).
  2. Peel the protective cover from the foam tape on the back of the retainer.
  3. Position the clip to the back of the retainer.
  4. Apply a bead of sealer (1) to the area where the clip will contact the reveal molding.
  5. Apply, outboard of the two screw holes where the retainer bends, a continuous bead of sealer (5) to the applique and the reveal molding.
  6. Replace any stripped, broken or improperly seated screws.
  7. Install the windshield weatherstrip side retainer.
    8. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  8. Install the screws mounting the windshield weatherstrip side retainer to the pillar.

    Tighten: 

    • Tighten the side retainer to applique screws (4) to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).
    • Tighten the side retainer to windshield pillar screws (4) to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).
    • Tighten the side retainer to roof screws (3) to 1.4 N.m (12 lb in).

    9. Fig 2: Weatherstrip Side Retainer
    GM376671Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Apply sealant and install the weatherstrip. Refer to Weatherstrip Replacement (Coupe and Convertible)  or Weatherstrip Replacement (Hardtop) .
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