Roof Opening Panel Frame: Removal

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NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

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 .
Fully close the roof opening panel glass.

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Remove the roof opening panel glass. Refer to: Roof Opening Panel Glass .
Fully open the roof opening panel shield.
Remove the headliner. Refer to: Headliner - SuperCrew .
Remove both side curtain airbags. Refer to: Side Curtain Airbag - SuperCrew .
Disconnect the front drain tubes.

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1. Remove the front beam side mounting bolts.
  Torque
  
  : 106 lb.in (12 Nm)
2. Remove the front beam center mounting bolts.
  Torque
  
  : 89 lb.in (10 Nm)
3. Detach the retainers and remove the front beam.
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Disconnect the rear drain tubes and the roof opening panel motor electrical connectors.

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Fold the front seat cushions downward and rear seat cushions upward.

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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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