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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2009TAHOE BASE, 4.8 CREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 10 (EXTERIOR TRIM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSMOLDING REPLACEMENT - LIFTGATE UPPERINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 C

Installation Procedure

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 CSECTION Installation Procedure
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  1. Clean any remaining adhesive from the window surface using VMP naptha.
  2. Wipe the surface with a clean cloth to removal all traces of cleaner.
  3. Ensure that the surface of the liftgate in the tape contact area is clean and dry.
  4. Using a clean dauber, apply adhesion promoter to the window surface where the adhesive strip will contact.
  5. Peel the backing from the adhesive on the liftgate applique.
    6. Fig 1: Liftgate Applique & Liftgate Window
    GM1397277Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Lower the front edge of the liftgate applique (1) against the liftgate (2) surface approximately 2 mm (0.08 in) above the liftgate offset.
    7. IMPORTANT: Do not let the tape surface contact the liftgate surface until after the part rotation.
  7. Rotate the liftgate applique (1) down over the top of the liftgate window (2).
  8. Press the liftgate applique (1) to the liftgate window (2).
  9. Hand roll the liftgate applique to the liftgate window in order to ensure proper adhesion.
  10. Install the high mounted stop lamp.
  11. Open the liftgate window.
    12. Fig 2: Liftgate Applique Fastener & Window Frame
    GM1397212Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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  • • 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.