Front Power Window - Tips Forward When Raised

NUMBER: 23-15-99

GROUP: Body

DATE: May 21, 1999

SUBJECT:
Front Power Window Tilts Or Tips Forward In The Opening When Raised.

OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves repositioning the power window regulator.

MODELS:

1999 (WJ) Grand Cherokee

SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
The front power window may tilt or tip forward at the top of the channel. This condition can lead to complaints of wind noise or water leaks at the upper rear corner of the glass

DIAGNOSIS:
Operate the power windows. If the windows are slow or appear to be binding in the channel, perform the Repair Procedure.

REPAIR PROCEDURE:
THIS REPAIR IS COMPATIBLE WITH DAIMLERCHRYSLER'S MOBILE SERVICE PROGRAM AND DOES NOT REQUIRE HOISTS OR OTHER FULL SERVICE FACILITY SPECIAL EQUIPMENT.

1. Remove the door trim panel.

2. Remove the upper front door window regulator fastener.

3. Loosen, but do not remove the remaining window regulator attaching screws (Upper Middle and Lower).

4. Push the door glass rearward as far as it will move. While holding the glass in the rearward position, slide the window regulator forward. Tighten the upper rear fastener, followed by the middle and lower fasteners.

5. Install the upper front fastener.

6. Install the door trim panel.

POLICY: Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.

TIME ALLOWANCE:

Labor Operation No: 23-30-05-96 0.4 Hrs.

FAILURE CODE: XX - Service Adjustment