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Roof Opening Panel Frame: Removal

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NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
  1. Fully open the roof opening panel shield.
  2. NOTE: The air deflector must be installed with the roof opening panel in the open position.

    If replacing the roof opening panel frame, remove the air deflector. Refer to: Air Deflector .

  3. Fully close the roof opening panel glass.
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  4. Remove the roof opening panel glass. Refer to: Roof Opening Panel Glass .
  5. Remove the headliner. Refer to: Headliner - Crew Cab .
  6. Remove both side curtain airbags. Refer to: Side Curtain Airbag - Crew Cab .
  7. Disconnect the antenna electrical connector and detach the pin-type retainer.
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  8. Disconnect the front drain tubes.
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  9. Remove the bolts, detach the pin-type retainers and remove the front beam.

    Torque: 106 lb.in (12 Nm)

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  10. Disconnect the rear drain tubes and the roof opening panel motor electrical connectors.
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  11. Fold the rear seat cushions upward.
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  12. With the aid of an assistant, remove the bolts and remove the roof opening panel frame from the LH rear door opening.

    Torque: 106 lb.in (12 Nm)

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