RAM 1500 Truck 2WD V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (1999)
16.
Position the template on the door latch face. Using a center punch and hammer, mark the location for the new window channel bolt hole (see
**pages 5 - 7**).
17.
Drill a pilot hole in the door latch face at the location marked in step 16 and then drill a 27/64" hole using the pilot hole as a guide.
18.
Straighten the area around the original window channel bolt hole as needed. Then, enlarge the original window channel bolt hole to a 1-1/4 inch
diameter hole ensuring all damage is removed. If damage has propagated beyond 1-1/4", replace the door. Refer to the appropriate Ram Truck
Service Manual, Group 23, for information regarding door and door hardware Removal and Installation procedures.
NOTE:
STEPS 16, 17, AND 18 OF THIS REPAIR PROCEDURE MUST BE PERFORMED ON ANY NEW DOOR REPLACED FOR A DAMAGED
LATCH FACE.
19.
Seal body plug (p/n 01950477) with a small bead of silicone sealant at the seat of the body plug and insert it into the 1-1/4 inch hole.
20.
Position the new window channel into the door and secure the window channel. Tighten the latch face bolt to 8 Nm (70 in. lbs.) of torque and the
door inner bolt to 9 Nm (80 in. lbs.) of torque.
21.
Install the glass run, then temporarily install the window crank or power window switch panel and roll the window down and verify that the
window rides up and down in the channel properly.
