Removal and Installation

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NOTE: Installation of new sun visor gaskets is necessary when the sun visor has been removed.

Fig 1: Removing Sun Visor Screws - With Torque Specifications

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Remove and discard the screws (36041A32).

CAUTION: The sun visor gasket adhesive is extremely strong. Be sure to use adequate amount of force to remove the sun visor from the vehicle.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Electrical Connector

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Remove the sun visor (3604118) from the vehicle, then disconnect the electrical connector.
Remove and discard the sun visor gasket (36500A16).

Fig 3: Removing And Discard Sun Visor Gasket
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CAUTION: If removing a rear rivet nut, removal of the headliner is necessary. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION .

NOTE: If the hole is out of specification, refer to SPECIFICATIONS in this article.

Fig 4: Installing New Sun Visor Retaining Screw Or Rivet Nut

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Fig 5: Drilling Screw Head And Rivet Nut Flush

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If installing a new sun visor retaining screw or rivet nut, grind or drill the screw head and rivet nut flush.
Punch the remaining rivet nut through the hole.
Install a new rivet nut.

NOTE: Installation of a new sun visor gasket is necessary when the sun visor has been removed.

NOTE: Prior to installation, clean the sun visor and roof panel mating surfaces.

NOTE: Be sure to wrap the electrical connector with anti-rattle tape before installing the sun visor.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.