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One note on installation is to be sure to test the fitment in the metal bracket before installation. Depending on the tolerance stack up of both pieces, it may be loose or tight. With the ends of the bracket touching, it should be fairly stiff but turn by hand. If it's loose, remove the piece then with 2 pair of small pliers, hold the L part of the bracket, and the loop part, and bend slightly to adjust that angle. A slightly stiff fit is no cause for adjustment as the piece should break-in slightly with use.

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Here are some photos of what needs to be removed for an installation on a sedan. Note: here I use a “shortcut” method of bending one of the moulding (30.356) mounting tabs out of the way (can be bent either in or out). If you don’t want to do this, simply follow the service manual instructions to RNR the vent window and reference these pictures for details.

Again remember the split in the bushing must face towards the front of the vehicle (same as original installation).

Parts shown in the bottom photo, from top to bottom, are:
30.431 469156/469157 Deflector
30.401 G161627 #8 x 3/8 Self Tapper (2 pcs)
30.401 G161627 #8 x 3/8 Self Tapper (2 pcs)
30.407 Window
??.??? G161627 #8 x 3/8 Self Tapper
30.4146 474335 Stop
30.414 474337 Clamp
30.414 G441376 #10-32 x 5/8 Screw
30.414 G138479 #10 Ext Tooth Lockwasher
30.4143 474336 Spool Bushing
30.401 435477 #12-24 x 1/2 Screw
30.401 G125751 #12 Ext Tooth Lockwasher

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