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Swing Out Window - Rattling Noise

File In Section: 10 - Body

Bulletin No.: 86-15-16

Date: July, 1998

Subject:
Rattling Noise in Swing Out Window Assemblies
(Replace Latch and Bearing)

Models:
1996-98 Chevrolet and GMC G Vans (with Swing Out Windows) Built at Plant Code 1 Prior to October, 1997

Condition

Some owners may comment about a rattling noise near the windows on either the side or the rear of the vehicle.

Cause

The condition may be caused by a reduced interface fit between the latch and the latch link, or a loose fit of the bearing to the attaching pin.

Correction

Replace the latch and the bearing using the part numbers listed. Use the Service Procedure in Section 10A3 of the Service Manual.

The rear swing out windows require the latch, P/N 15005922, and the bearing, P/N 15005920. The side swing out windows require the latch. P/N 15005921, and the bearing, P/N 15005920. When replacing the bearing, P/N 15005920, you may need to replace the following parts:

^ the screw, P/N 14062360,

^ the window latch nut, P/N 20295400, and

^ the 2 window hinge bushings, P/N 14047335.

Parts Information

P/N Description Qty

15005920 Bearing-Inter. Side Door Window 1

15005921 Latch Asm - Inter. Side Door 1
Window

15005922 Latch Asm. - Rear Door Window 1

14062360 Screw 1

20295400 Nut, Window Latch 1

14047335 Bushing, Window Hinge 2

Parts are currently available from GMSPO.

Warranty Information

For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

Labor Operation Description Labor Time

C0482 Latch, Sliding or Use Published
(Front) Swing Out Door Glass Labor
Swing Out - Replace Operation Time

C0483 Latch, Sliding or Use Published
(Rear) Swing Out Door Glass Labor
Swing Out - Replace Operation Time

C0880 Latch, Back Door Use Published
(Right) Glass Swing Out - Labor
Replace Operation Time

C0881 Latch, Back Door Use Published
(Left) Glass Swing Out - Labor
Replace Operation Time