Removal Procedure

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Remove the instrument panel trim. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel with Windshield Defroster Nozzle Grille Replacement (with RPO SALT) or Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel with Windshield Defroster Nozzle Grille Replacement (without RPO SALT) .

IMPORTANT: It is only necessary to lower the headliner. Only do those steps in headliner replacement that will lower the headliner enough to gain access.

It is only necessary to lower the headliner. Only do those steps in headliner replacement that will lower the headliner enough to gain access to the part. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (Crew Cab) , Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (Extended Cab) or Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (Regular Cab) .

Fig 1: Identifying Front Sunroof Drain Hose Connection

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Disconnect the front sunroof drain hose from the sunroof module front spigot, right or left side, as needed.

Fig 2: Identifying Hose Clips Securing Drain Hose To Cowl Panel & Side Door Frame

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Remove the 1 hose clips securing the drain hose to the windshield pillar, right or left side, as needed.
Remove the drain hose from the vehicle, right or left side, as needed.