Roof Molding: Removal

CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the body.

Remove the roof rail assembly. (OUTBACK model) Refer to REMOVAL .
Turn over the front end of roof molding.
Using a flat tip screwdriver, slide the internal clip in the direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Sliding Internal Clip Using Flat Tip Screwdriver
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Right: Slide toward vehicle front.

Left: Slide toward vehicle rear.
Remove the clip from the stud on the body by sliding it.
- Sedan model: 6 clips per side
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Roof Molding Clips
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- OUTBACK model: 1 clip per side
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Roof Molding Clip (Outback Model)
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Remove the roof molding from the vehicle body by pulling it upward.