Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Service manual — part 2972

1. Remove the windshield. Refer to Windshield Replacement.

2. Remove the upper reveal molding (1) from the windshield (2) starting at the center and

working outboard to both ends.

Installation Procedure

Fig. 19: Identifying Upper Reveal Molding from Windshield
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1. Install the upper reveal molding (1) to the windshield (2).

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Fixed and Moveable Windows - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado,

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2. Align the notch in the molding to the center mark on the upper paint band on the

windshield.

3. Press the upper reveal molding on to the windshield starting at the center and working

outboard to both sides.

4. Install the windshield. Refer to Windshield Replacement.

WINDSHIELD SIDE REVEAL MOLDING REPLACEMENT

Fig. 20: View Of Window Side Reveal Molding, Screws & Nuts
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Component Name

Preliminary Procedures

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2008 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Fixed and Moveable Windows - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado,

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FRONT SIDE DOOR WINDOW REPLACEMENT

1. Open the front door on the side the reveal molding is being serviced.

2. Pull the door auxiliary weatherstrip up to the roof header.

3. Remove the air inlet grille panel end cap.

1

Reveal Molding Nuts

2

Windshield Side Reveal Molding
Tip: Upon installation, tuck the bottom edge of the reveal molding under the
end cap of the air inlet grille panel prior to the screw installation.

3

Windshield Side Reveal Molding Screws (Qty: 5)

Tighten: 2 N.m (18 lb in)

NOTE:

Refer to Fastener Notice .

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Fixed and Moveable Windows - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado,

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Fig. 21: View Of Front Door Window & Bolts
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Component Name

Preliminary Procedures

1. Position the door window as needed for service.

2. Remove the front door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel

Replacement (YE9) or Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement (SLT) .

3. Remove the front door water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Fixed and Moveable Windows - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado,

Sierra & Silverado