Drivers window replacement instructions

2006 CHEVROLET EQUINOX
105,716 MILES
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SHAUN PITTS
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Will a drivers side window from a 2005 Equinox fit a 2006 Equinox?
Oct 31, 2018 at 9:08 AM
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The contour of the doors is different. The windows are different.

You will need the correct door glass for the year.

Roy

Window Replacement - Front Door

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the inner front door trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Front Door (See: Front Door Panel > Removal and Replacement) .
2. Remove the front door water deflector. Refer to Water Deflector Replacement - Front Door (See: Front Door Panel > Removal and Replacement) .


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3. Remove the inner belt seal. Refer to Sealing Strip Replacement - Front Door Window Belt Inner (See: Front Door Window Glass Weatherstrip > Removal and Replacement > Sealing Strip Replacement - Front Door Window Belt Inner) .
4. Lower window to access window release tab.


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5. Depress the window release tab with a flat-bladed tool.
6. Pull the window out of the window regulator guide plate.
7. Slide the window down and out of the primary window run channels.
8. Remove the window by tilting outboard and pulling the window out of the door.



Installation Procedure

1. Install the window by sliding the window into the door through the outside.
2. Install the window into the primary window run channels and position into the regulator guide plate.


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3. Install the inner belt seal. Refer to Sealing Strip Replacement - Front Door Window Belt Inner (See: Front Door Window Glass Weatherstrip > Removal and Replacement > Sealing Strip Replacement - Front Door Window Belt Inner) .
4. Install the front door water deflector. Refer to Water Deflector Replacement - Front Door (See: Front Door Panel > Removal and Replacement) .
5. Install the front inner door trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Front Door (See: Front Door Panel > Removal and Replacement) .
6. Operate the window to inspect the operation.
Jan 22, 2021 at 8:39 PM