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Body - Front Door Power Window Binding/Slow Operation

NUMBER: 23-029-04

GROUP: Body

DATE: August 2, 2004

SUBJECT:
Front Power Window Binds

OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves lubricating the window channel and installing a spacer under the outside mirror.

MODELS:

2004 (DR) Ram Truck

NOTE:
This bulletin applies to vehicles equipped with trailer tow mirrors, sales code GPD or GPG.

SYMPTOM/CONDITION:

Vehicles equipped with trailer tow mirrors may experience the power window on the front door binding or slow to operate.

DIAGNOSIS:

Operate the both front power windows. If a binding condition is present in either window, perform the Repair Procedure.





PARTS REQUIRED:

REPAIR PROCEDURE:

1. Separate the door trim panel from the door, leaving the wiring attached.

2. Lubricate the window run channels with MOPAR Silicone Spray Lube, p/n 04318070 or equivalent.

3. Separate the outside mirror from the door, leaving the wiring attached.





4. Install the mirror with washer, p/n 06100876, positioned over the lower rear stud on the mirror (Fig. 1). The washer should sit between the gasket and the body of the mirror. Tighten the nuts to 7 Nm (60 in. lbs.).

5. Install the door trim panel.

POLICY:
Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.





TIME ALLOWANCE:





FAILURE CODE:

Disclaimer:
This bulletin is supplied as technical information only and is not an authorization for repair.