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Old Jul 20, 2013 | 11:03 PM
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My 96 passenger door won't come open unless the window is down a bit, the glass"catches"on a piece at the top front of glass... Anyone ever had this problem?
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Here you go.

Originally Posted by gerardvg
See the image below from my shop manual, first check the window regulator is not worn. Partially lower the window and see if there is any movement in the regulator/window.

The guide circled is to limit the window upward movement and also how much the top of the glass tilts inward to the targa top seal.
Only a small amount of movement makes a big difference.
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Originally Posted by 96 Vette CE
Here you go.
Wow thanks man! Talk about resourceful this is awesome!
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Actually, it is more likely the plastic window guide toward the front of the window. If you take off the door panel, you will see a black plastic part about 2"x2" with the upper part crushed. This allows the front of the window to go to far up causing the window to cam back against the B pillar. Change both sides, about $35ea. The picture is for an 80's C4, the 90's use a different mechanism.

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Originally Posted by brettalewis1
Wow thanks man! Talk about resourceful this is awesome!
No problem man, that's what this forum is all about.
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