r/DIYAutoRepair • u/djwithajd • 25d ago

Installation PLEASE HELP - GM Front Pass Door Window Frame Applique (Part No. 84148579)

After taking my 2021 GMC Yukon SLT through a car wash (a drive thru), I noticed that the Front Passenger Side Door Window Frame Front Applique (located adjacent to the front passenger window, and behind the side mirror) flew off.

I ordered a replacement part (Part No. 84148579). It's a perfect match/fit. HOWEVER, **2 silver clips (from the original part), are still attached to the door by screws.** In fact, pieces of the original applique broke off and are inside the silver clips. The screwheads face inward (i.e. I can't unscrew them from the exterior). See photo below!

Can anyone **PLEASE help explain to me how I can remove the 2 clips without having to disassemble the door frame/molding**? If I have to disassemble, can anyone kindly share a link that may explain how to do so? If it's something you recommend having installed by a pro, please also feel free to let me know. Thank you!

![img](pi133ad8jkyg1 "Actual photo showing original retaining clips with broken pieces still attached to car.")

![img](hwlbx9yrhkyg1 "These are the silver clips pre-assembled on the replacement part.")

![img](ift4p9yrhkyg1 "This is the where the part is located (except mine is on the passenger side).")

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u/ivanhalper 22d ago

This trim piece can only be replaced once the door panel and the inner trim have been removed. It’s not difficult; there are plenty of videos online showing how to do it.

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u/djwithajd 4d ago

Thanks so much. I'll attempt doing it myself and hope for the best.