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Removal and Replacement

Sun Roof:






REMOVAL




1. Remove headliner. Refer to "Trim".
2. Remove glass panel.

Tighten glass mounting nuts to 4 - 6 N.m (40 - 60 kg.cm, 35 - 52 lb.ft)




3. Disconnect the drain hose.




4. Remove the sunroof mounting bolts and nuts, and remove the sunroof assembly.

Tighten sunroof mounting bolts to 7 - 11 N.m (70 - 110 kg.cm, 61 - 95 lb.ft)

Tighten sunroof mounting nuts to 4 - 6 N.m (40 - 60 kg.cm, 35 - 52 lb-ft)

NOTE: When removing the sunroof assembly, carefully pull out the sunroof assembly to avoid damage to the other parts.

INSTALLATION
Installation is the reverse of removal.









NOTE: Check that the limit switches (LS1 and LS2) of the motor are at the fully closed position.

Align the guide roller center and slider mating mark at the fully closed position.
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