Front Door Frame Applique Replacement

2006 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 6.0 USECTION Front Door Frame Applique Replacement
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Fig 1: Front Door Frame Applique
GM1865495Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Callout Component Name
1 Front Door Frame Applique Screw (Qty: 2)
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Procedure

  1. Apply masking tape to the door frame and applique.
  2. Loosen the primary door weatherstrip in the front to expose the front screws.
  3. Place the front door window in the full down position.

Tighten:Β  1.5 N.m (13 lb in)

2 Front Door Frame Applique
3 Front Door Rear Frame Applique Screw (Qty: 4)

Procedure

  1. Apply masking tape to the door frame and applique.
  2. Pull the window channel weatherstrip from the applique to expose the screws.

Tip:Β  Place the front door window in the full down position.

Tighten:Β  1.5 N.m (13 lb in)

4 Front Door Rear Frame Applique
Tip:Β  Pull the applique up and away from the outer seal weatherstrip.
RENDER: 1.0x

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