Vehicle without T-stud (When replacing roof panel)

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Apply primer to the areas of the roof panel indicated.

Fig 1: Applying Primer To Roof Panel
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Cut the spring off of the front and rear ends of the roof molding.

Fig 2: Cutting Spring Off Of Front And Rear Ends Of Roof Molding
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Apply primer to the areas of the roof molding indicated in Fig 3 .
Apply sealant to the areas of the roof molding indicated in Fig 3 .

Fig 3: Applying Primer/Sealant To Roof Molding
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Install the roof molding to the clips as shown.

Fig 4: Installing Roof Molding To Clips
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Use a plastic card (10 mm {0.39 in} width, 30 mm {1.18 in} length) to adjust the front and rear gaps of the roof molding.

Fig 5: Using Plastic Card For Adjusting Roof Molding
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Secure the front and rear ends of the roof molding as shown.

Fig 6: Securing Front And Rear Ends Of Roof Molding
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After the adhesive material has hardened, remove the securing parts.