Ford Explorer: Roof Opening Panel / Removal and Installation - Roof Opening Panel Frame
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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If replacing the roof opening panel frame, remove the air deflector.
Refer to: Air Deflector (501-17 Roof Opening Panel, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the roof opening glass.
Refer to: Roof Opening Panel Glass (501-17 Roof Opening Panel, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the headliner.
Refer to: Headliner (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
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Disconnect the drain hoses.
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Disconnect the electrical connector.
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With the help of assistant.
Remove the bolts and lower the roof opening panel frame.
Torque:
97 lb.in (11 Nm)
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With the help of assistant.
Remove the roof opening panel frame out the rear of the vehicle.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Transfer parts as necessary.
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the roof opening panel frame.
Refer to: Roof Opening Panel Frame (501-17 Roof Opening Panel, Remov..
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
This procedure is for the sliding glass panel only.
Open the roof opening panel shield...
Other information:
WARNING: Airbags do not inflate slowly or gently, and the risk of injury
from a deploying airbag is the greatest close to the trim covering the airbag module.
WARNING: All occupants of your vehicle, including the driver, should always
properly wear their seatbelts, even when an airbag supplemental restraint system
is provided...
WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control,
crash and injury. We strongly recommend that you use extreme caution when using
any device that may take your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is
the safe operation of your vehicle...
Categories
WARNING: Position the seatbelt height adjuster so that the seatbelt rests
across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the seatbelt correctly could
reduce its effectiveness and increase the risk of injury in a crash.

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