Caution: Before servicing any electrical
component, the ignition key must be in the OFF or
LOCK position and all electrical loads must be
OFF, unless instructed otherwise in these
procedures. If a tool or equipment could easily
come in contact with a live exposed electrical
terminal, also disconnect the negative battery
cable. Failure to follow these precautions
may cause personal injury and/or damage to the
vehicle or its components.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Take note of the gap sizes along the perimeter of
the roof panel to the headers, the glass, and
the doors.
4. Remove all related panels and components.
5. Repair as much of the damaged area as possible.
Refer to
Dimensions - Body on page 3-7
.
6. Note the location and remove the sealers and
anti-corrosion materials from the repair area, as
necessary.
7. Remove the 4 nuts that retain the front and rear
of the roof panel to the front and rear header
panels.
Important: Do not damage any inner panels or
reinforcements.
8. Locate and cut the urethane adhesive holding the
roof panel to the vehicle. Note the location of the
adhesive for installation of the roof panel.
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