The window on the drivers side is a tad loose. It holds firm once the window is fully up but theres movement when its part way down. I took a look at the pictures in the shop manual and it seems like its the retaining nuts on the "holder". I haven't had the door panel off for a few years and I'm being lazy asking the question. Anyone had this problem recently? Any advice?

 

I think I have the same problem, would also like to see the fix.

 

Same problem here-makes some bad noises if I close the door with it about a third of the way down...

 

Anyone?

This is the service procedure. From what I can see, step 7 says loosen the window clamp bolts but it's not clear where they are located on the diagram. Are they the bolts that hold the window firm?

Document ID# 657147
2002 Chevrolet Corvette
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Window Adjustment - Door




1. Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Door .
2. Reconnect the window switch to the door harness.
3. Raise the window.
4. Disconnect the window switch from the harness.
5. Remove the window clamp sight access plugs.




6. Mark the location of the clamps on the window.
7. Loosen the window clamp bolts.
8. Jiggle the window to break the window loose from the clamps rubber seals.
9. Adjust the window using one of the following methods:
o Put a socket on the clamp bolt and use the socket to move the window.
1. Adjust the window forward or reward first.
2. Adjust the front height second.
3. Adjust the rear height last.
o Sit in the vehicle with the door closed and with the aid of an assistant standing outside of the vehicle, position the window in the door opening.
1. Adjust the window forward or reward first.
2. Adjust the front height second.
3. Adjust the rear height last.




10. Slide the window in the window clamps as necessary.
o The gap to the reveal molding (1) should be 5 to 8 mm (0.2 to 0.3 in).
o The gap to the retainer (3) should be 5 to 8 mm (0.2 to 0.3 in).
Notice
Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
11. Tighten the window clamps.
Tighten
Tighten the window regulator window clamp bolts to 10 N•m (89 lb in).



12. Open the door and install the window clamp sight access plugs.
13. Install the door trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Door .
14. Perform minor height and minor tip-in adjustments as necessary. Refer to Window Tip-In Adjustment - Door and Window Height Adjustment - Door Minor .

 

I had the same problem and when I took the door panel off found the rubber inserts on the clamps at the bottom of the window had fallen off. They were laying at the bottom of the door so put them back on and tightened up the bolts.

 

Useful thanks. Where do the bolts attach?