Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Service manual — part 2974

BODY SIDE WINDOW REPLACEMENT

Removal Procedure

2. Remove the rear door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel

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

3. Remove the rear door water deflector. Refer to Rear Side Door Water Deflector

Replacement .

4. Remove the rear door window weatherstrip. Refer to Rear Side Door Window

Weatherstrip Replacement (Crew Cab) or Rear Side Door Window
Weatherstrip Replacement (Extended Cab).

1

Rear Door Window Bolt (Qty: 2)

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

Tighten: 7 N.m (61 lb in)

NOTE:

Refer to Fastener Notice .

2

Rear Door Window
Tip: The window must be tilted downward into the door to remove it.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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

Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 24: Hinged Body Side Window
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

1. Place tape from body side to window to hold in place.

2. Remove the side access door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Access Door Trim Panel

Replacement .

3. Disconnect the window latch.

4. Remove the bolts from the hinges.

5. Remove the tape and window from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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

Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 25: Hinged Body Side Window
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

1. Position the window and tape into position.

2. Install the bolts to the hinges.

Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

3. Install the window latch.

4. Remove the tape and inspect the window.

5. Install the side access door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Access Door Trim Panel

Replacement .

REAR WINDOW REPLACEMENT

NOTE:

Refer to Fastener Notice .

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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

Sierra & Silverado

Tools Required

J 24402-A Cold Knife Glass Sealant Remover. See Special Tools.

J 39040 Quarter Window Remover. See Special Tools.

Urethane Adhesive Kit GM P/N 12346392 or Equivalent

Isopropyl Alcohol or Equivalent

Cartridge-type Caulking Gun

Commercial-type Utility Knife

Razor Blade Scraper

Suction Cups

Plastic Paddle

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the window lower garnish molding. Refer to Rear Window Lower Garnish

Molding Replacement (Regular Cab) or Rear Window Lower Garnish Molding
Replacement (Ext Cab/Crew Cab w/A48) or Rear Window Lower Garnish Molding
Replacement (Ext Cab/Crew Cab w/o A48) .

2. Remove both rear seat headrests (extended cab). Refer to Head Restraint Replacement .

3. Lower rear seat back.

4. Remove the rear sliding window regulator, if equipped. Refer to Rear Sliding Window

Regulator Replacement.

5. Cover to protect the following parts from broken glass:

1. Upper dash pad

CAUTION: If a window is cracked but still intact, crisscross the

window with masking tape in order to reduce the risk of
damage or personal injury.

IMPORTANT: Before cutting out a window, apply a double layer of masking

tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces and
interior trim.

CAUTION: If broken glass falls into the defroster outlets, it can be

blown into the passenger compartment and cause
personal injury.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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

Sierra & Silverado