Removing roof handles

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Fold handle -1- down.
Pry cover -2- up using screwdriver and fold open.

Fig 1: Removing Phillips-Head Screws And Take Off Roof Handle
Remove Phillips-head screws -3- and take off handle -1-.
On vehicles with a sunroof the front grab handles are marked with a "V" and the rear with an "H".
Lower molded headliner and with help from second technician (danger of breakage) and remove from vehicle.