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Window Binds/Glass Tips Forward When Opening (Remove Section of Weatherstrip

Subject:Window Binds/Glass Tips Forward When Opening (Remove Section of Weatherstrip)

Models:1999-2002 Chevrolet Tracker



Condition

Some customers may comment that one or more windows binds or tips forward when opening.

Cause


Object Number: 856520  Size: SH

The run channel bracket may be pushing out on the run channel weatherstrip. Refer to the illustration above.

Correction

  1. Roll the window to the full down position.
  2. Remove the run channel weatherstrip. If the glass has rubbed through the run channel weatherstrip, replace the weatherstrip.

  3. Object Number: 856515  Size: SH
  4. Locate the mold mark on the weatherstrip. Refer to the illustration above.

  5. Object Number: 856517  Size: SH
  6. Measure 185 mm (7 1/4 in) down from the mold mark and mark the weatherstrip.

  7. Object Number: 856518  Size: SH
  8. Measure 40 mm (1 1/2 in) down from the 185 mm (7 1/4 in) mark and remove that portion of the outer lip of the weatherstrip.
  9. Using a soap solution, reinstall the run channel weatherstrip.
  10. Operate the door glass for proper operation.

Warranty Information

For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

Labor Operation

Description

Labor Time

C1042

Weatherstrip, Channel, Front Door Window Run, RH

0.3 hr

C1043

Weatherstrip, Channel, Front Door Window Run, LH

0.3 hr