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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 952 (DOOR SYSTEM, MIRROR SYSTEM & WINDOW SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSWINDOW REPLACEMENT - FRONT DOORREMOVAL PROCEDURE

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD

Removal Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 GMC Sierra, 2004 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2004 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Raise the window partially up.
Remove the trim panel upper extension. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Upper Extension .
Remove the manual door lock lever.
Remove the manual window handle, if equipped. Refer to Window Handle Replacement .
Remove the door switch panel, if equipped. Refer to Switch Replacement - Door Lock and Side Window - Driver and Switch Replacement - Door Lock and Side Window - Passenger .
Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Front Door (With YE9 Early Production) or Trim Panel Replacement - Side Front Door (With YE9 Late Production) .
Remove the water deflector. Refer to Water Deflector Replacement - Front Door .
Remove the window run channel front bolt attachment.

IMPORTANT: Do not remove the bolts.

Loosen the 2 retaining bolts (2) from the window assembly.
Remove the window (3) from the door by sliding the window out through the top.

Fig 1: Removing Front Door Window

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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.