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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2009TAHOE BASE, 4.8 CREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 233 (FIXED AND MOVEABLE WINDOWS SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSREAR SIDE DOOR WINDOW REPLACEMENT

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 C

Rear Side Door Window Replacement

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 CSECTION Rear Side Door Window Replacement

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Fig 1: View Of Rear Door Window & Bolts

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Component Name

WARNING: Refer to SIR Warning .

Preliminary Procedures

Disable the supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
Position the rear door window approximately half way down in the door.
Remove the rear door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement (Standard Wheelbase) or Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement (Extended Wheelbase) .
Remove the rear door water deflector. Refer to Rear Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
Remove the rear door weatherstrip. Refer to Rear Side Door Window Weatherstrip Replacement .

Rear Door Window Bolt (Qty: 2)

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

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

Tighten: 7 N.m (61 lb in)

Rear Door Window

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.