Roof Opening Panel Trim - Front: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Lincoln MKX and 2014 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Position the roof opening sliding glass panel to the fully OPEN position.
Remove the antenna. For additional information, refer to INFORMATION AND ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS .
NOTE: A new roof opening panel front trim seal is supplied with the new front trim panel.

Remove the roof opening panel front trim seal.
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WARNING: Wear protective gloves when handling components or parts that have pointed or sharp edges. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

NOTE: Make sure the cutting blades are changed where the cutting depth changes to avoid damage to the body, trim panels or windshield moulding.

NOTE: Lubricate the urethane adhesive with water to aid the Deluxe Windshield Removal Tool when cutting the urethane adhesive. When using the Deluxe Windshield Removal Tool, place the flat side of the knife against the front trim panel.

Refer to the urethane adhesive path illustration and begin cutting at the center of the front trim panel and work through towards the opposite corners.

Fig 1: Identifying Urethane Adhesive Applying Position
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Rotate the trim panel up and forward to clear the side trim panel. Cut off or bend the 2 steel alignment tabs if necessary.
Remove the front trim panel assembly and discard.