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Reveal Molding Replacement - Front Door Window



Reveal Molding Replacement - Front Door Window

Tools Required

J 38778 Door Trim Pad and Garnish Clip Remover


Removal Procedure

1. Remove the front door window belt outside sealing strip. Refer to Sealing Strip Replacement - Front Door Window Belt Outer - Front (Front Side Door Window Belt Inner Sealing Strip Replacement) .
2. Using the J 38778 , remove the front door window reveal molding push-in retainer.




3. Using a small flat-bladed tool, release the retaining clips while pulling front door window reveal molding from the front door.
4. Remove the front door window reveal molding from the front door.



Installation Procedure






Important: Ensure the plastic clip retainers are not damaged prior to reinstallation of the front door window reveal molding. Replace any broken clips.


1. Position the front door window reveal molding to the front door.
2. Press the front door window reveal molding plastic retaining clips to the front door until fully seated.
3. Install the front door window reveal molding push-in retainer.
4. Install the front door window belt outside sealing strip. Refer to Sealing Strip Replacement - Front Door Window Belt Outer - Front (Front Side Door Window Belt Inner Sealing Strip Replacement) .