Express 1500 AWD V8-5.3L VIN T (2004)
1. Guide the seal through the opening between the body and the hinges.
2. Install the cargo door seal starting at the top center of the liftgate opening. Position the liftgate seal to the pinch-weld flange and working down the
right and left sides towards the bottom center.
3. Install the butt joint seam at the center of the bottom pinch-weld flange.
4. Use a rubber mallet to ensure full engagement of the cargo door seal to the pinch-weld flange.
Important: Be sure that the seal is not kinked at the corners of the door openings.
5. Cut slots as necessary to provide clearance for body structure reinforcements.
6. Close the cargo door.
Sealing Strip Replacement - Outer Belt
Sealing Strip Replacement - Outer Belt
Removal Procedure
1. Lower the window.
2. Tilt the top of the sealing strip away from the vehicle in an outboard direction.
3. Gently pull the sealing strip away from the pinch weld flange.
Installation Procedure
1. Spray the inside of the sealing strip with a water and soap solution.
2. Install the sealing strip to the pinch-weld flange by tilting the top edge of the sealing strip slightly outboard to ensure the pinch weld flange
correctly enters the retention clips.
3. Push down on sealing strip until all clips are fully seated.
4. Raise the window.
Weatherstrip Replacement - Front and Rear Door Lower
Weatherstrip Replacement - Front and Rear Door Lower
