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Installation Procedure

  1. Transfer the window regulator motor (5) to the regulator. Refer to Door Window Regulator Motor Replacement .
  2. Fig 1: Upper & Lower Window Regulator Bolts
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  3. Partially install the upper bolt (3) to the regulator (4).
  4. Beginning with the upper portion, install the regulator through the door opening in a semi-horizontal position.
  5. Position the regulator (4) fully forward into the door cavity.
  6. Rotate the regulator to a vertical position.
  7. Lower and hang the regulator onto the door sheet metal using the upper bolt (3) that was previously installed.
  8. Remove the window support and lower the window to the window guide on the regulator.
  9. Loosely tighten the regulator window carrier bolts.
  10. Operate the window upward to the full up position, ensuring the window remains in the run channels.
  11. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  12. Install the nut (2) that retains the motor to the door.

    Tighten 

    Tighten nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

  13. Install the upper and lower bolts that retain the regulator to the door.

    Tighten 

    Tighten bolts to 10 N.m (88 lb in).

  14. Connect the electrical connector to the regulator motor.
  15. Install the energy absorber retainers and energy absorber to the door.
  16. Install the covers that conceal the regulator bolt holes.
  17. Install the water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
  18. Install the door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement - Left Side (Acadia or Traverse)Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement - Left Side (Enclave) , or Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement - Right Side (Enclave)Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement - Right Side (Acadia or Traverse) .