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9E-72 Glass / Windows / Mirrors:
Stationary Window Waterleak Repair
WARNING
!
If any water enters the vehicle's interior up to
the level of the carpet or higher and soaks
the carpet, the sensing and diagnostic
module (SDM) and the SDM harness
connector may need to be replaced. The SDM
could be activated when powered, which
could cause deployment of the air bag(s) and
result in personal injury. Before attempting
these procedures, the SIR system must be
disabled. Refer to Disabling the SIR System.
With the ignition OFF, inspect the SDM
mounting area, including the carpet. If any
significant soaking or evidence of significant
soaking is detected, you must perform the
following tasks:
Fastener Tightening Specifications - Fixed and Moveable Windows
Door Window Regulator Bolts
Door Window Regulator Motor Screws
Front Door Latch Screws
Module Bolts
Fastener Tightening Specifications - Mirrors
Outside Rearview Mirror Nuts
Specifications
Application
Application
1. Remove all water.
2. Repair the water damage.
3. Replace the SDM harness connector.
4. Replace the SDM.
Failure to follow these tasks could result in
possible air bag deployment, personal injury,
or otherwise unneeded SIR system repairs.
1. If the floor carpet is wet refer to "Floor Carpet Drying:
".
2. Remove the trim moldings or the headliner in order
to repair the leak, if needed.
3. Determine the source of water entry.
4. If water is leaking at the edge of the windshield,
reseal the windshield using Urethane Adhesive
Caulking Kit GM P/N 12346392 or the equivalent.
5. If water leaks into the vehicle at the sides of the
stationary windows, reseal the window using
Urethane Adhesive Caulking Kit GM P/N 12346392
or the equivalent.
Specification
Metric
10 N⋅m
8 N⋅m
10 N⋅m
8 N⋅m
Specification
Metric
10 N⋅m
English
89 lb in
71 lb in
89 lb in
71 lb in
English
89 lb in
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