Installation Procedure

Important:  A minimum of 2 mm (0.08 in) of sealing foam must extend beyond the ends of the retainer to prevent water leaks.

1. Install foam sealing tape to a reusable retainer or peel the protective cover from the foam tape on a new retainer.
2. Position the retainer.
   NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.

   Important:  Stripped, broken, or improperly seated screws must be replaced or repaired to prevent water leaks.

3. Install the screws attaching the retainer.

   Tighten 

   Tighten the roof weatherstrip retainer screws to 3 N.m (27 lb in).

   Fig 1: Removing Screws Attaching Retainer

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4. Apply a 6 mm (0.25 in) X 100 mm (4 in) bead of thumb grade sealer to the roof bow and lock pillar overlapping the side retainer as shown.
   Fig 2: Applying Bead Of Thumb Grade Sealer To Roof Bow & Lock Pillar

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5. Install the weatherstrip.
   Fig 3: Weatherstrip

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6. Install the roof lift off panel.
   Fig 4: Roof Lift Off Panel

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