2026-08-12

Header Seal - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 1170010102 FRT 0.12 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and its associated FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure you are wearing proper PPE when performing the procedure below. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

  • 2026-08-12: Added notes to verify that the primary seal is installed behind the header seal.

Remove

  1. Open the LH doors and lower the LH windows.
  2. Partially release the LH front primary body seal from the vehicle to gain access to the header seal.
    Note
    Start from the upper corner closest to the B-pillar applique, and then pull straight down along the length of the seal to fully release the seal from the upper brightwork.
  3. Partially release the LH rear primary body seal from the vehicle to gain access to the header seal.
    Note
    Start from the upper corner closest to the B-pillar applique, and then pull straight down along the length of the seal to fully release the seal from the upper brightwork.
  4. Release the clip that attaches the LH header seal to the LH upper bright trim cap, and then pull down to release the remaining portion of the seal.
    Note
    Start from the middle A-pillar and work rearward.

Install

  1. Position the LH header seal onto the vehicle, and then fasten clip that attaches the seal to the LH A-pillar.
  2. Install the remaining portion of the LH header seal.
    Note
    Start from the middle A-pillar and work rearward.
    Note
    Make sure that both ends of the header seal properly engage to the vehicle.
  3. Press up to fasten the LH front primary body seal onto the LH upper brightwork.
    Note
    Make sure the seal fully engages the brightwork.
    Note
    Make sure that the primary seal is installed behind the header seal.
  4. Install the LH rear primary body seal to the vehicle.
    Note
    Make sure the seal fully engages the brightwork.
    Note
    Make sure that the primary seal is installed behind the header seal.
  5. Raise the LH windows and close the LH doors.