Trough Assembly: Removal

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

1.

Remove the roof opening panel frame. Refer to: Roof Opening Panel Frame .

2.

Remove the roof opening panel shield.
1. 1.
  
  Remove the retainers.
1. 2.
  
  Slide the roof opening panel shield rearward and remove the roof opening panel shield out of the guide track.

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3.

NOTE: Make sure the foam seal between the drain cup and the track is completely removed with the cup and a new foam seal is positioned when installing.

Remove the trough assembly.
1. 1.
  
  Remove the drain cup by pushing the tabs in, rotating the drain cup down toward the outside of the vehicle and down.
1. 2.
  
  Push the trough assembly retaining tabs on the guide to release the trough assembly from the guide.
1. 3.
  
  Carefully remove the trough assembly.

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