Roof Opening Panel Side Trim: Removal

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Front Side Trim Installed Without Urethane

NOTE: LH side shown, RH side similar.

NOTE: Front side trim that was not assembled with urethane adhesive can be reinstalled. Always reinstall the trim using urethane.

NOTE: The rear side trim panel must be removed for access to remove the front side trim panel.

Remove the rear side trim. Refer to Rear Side Trim within this procedure.
NOTE: The front side trim panel may have been serviced previously and may now have urethane included with no obvious signs. After beginning this step, if the trim seems to have had urethane previously applied, proceed to Front Side Trim Panel Installed With Urethane .

NOTE: LH side shown, RH side similar.

NOTE: The front of the side trim is tucked under the front trim. After releasing all clips, the side trim can be removed by rotating the rear of the side trim up and removing toward the rear.

Remove the front side trim.
1. Detach the retaining clips.
2. Lift the rear of the front side trim enough to clear the front retaining clip for removal.
3. Remove the front side trim toward the rear of the vehicle.
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Front Side Trim Installed With Urethane

NOTE: LH side shown, RH side similar.
Remove the rear side trim. Refer to Rear Side Trim within this procedure.
NOTE: Make sure to remove all broken pieces of clips or a rattle could occur.

NOTE: The front of the side trim is tucked under the front trim. After releasing all clips, the side trim can be removed by rotating the rear of the side trim up and removing toward the rear.

Lift upward on the front side trim, locate the urethane, and using a putty or razor knife, cut the urethane. Detach any clips that are still attached and then remove and discard the front side trim. Use the General Equipment: Knife

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Rear Side Trim Installed Without Urethane

NOTE: LH side shown, RH side similar.
NOTE: The rear side trim panel may have been serviced previously and may now have urethane included with no obvious signs. After beginning this step, if the trim seems to have had urethane previously applied, proceed to Rear Side Trim Installed With Urethane .

Detach the clips and remove the rear side trim.

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Rear Side Trim Installed With Urethane

NOTE: LH side shown, RH side similar.

NOTE: Make sure to remove all broken pieces of clips or a rattle could occur.
Lift upward on the rear side trim, locate the urethane, and using a putty or razor knife, cut the urethane. Detach any clips that are still attached and then remove and discard the rear side trim. Use the General Equipment: Knife

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY