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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN C1500, 5.3 ZREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1691 (FIXED AND MOVEABLE WINDOWS SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFRONT SIDE DOOR WINDOW REPLACEMENT

2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 Z

Front Side Door Window Replacement

2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 ZSECTION Front Side Door Window Replacement

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Fig 1: Front Door Window

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Component Name

Preliminary Procedures

Position the door window as needed for service.
Remove the front door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement (SLT, A95) or Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement (Except YE9 or SLT) .
Remove the front door water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
Remove the front side door inner belt sealing strip. Refer to Front Side Door Window Belt Inner Sealing Strip Replacement .
Remove the front weatherstrip. Refer to Front Side Door Window Weatherstrip Replacement .

Front Door Window Bolt (Qty: 2)

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Procedure:
Loosen the 2 bolts that attach the window to the window regulator.

Tighten: 10 N.m (89 lb in)

Front Door Window
Tip: The window must be tilted downward into the door to remove it.

RENDER: 1.0x

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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.