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Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base)

Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base)

  1. Disable the SIR system. SIR Disabling and Enabling
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 1
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 1
  1. Reposition the weatherstrip as necessary.
  2. Pull the windshield garnish molding (1)  rearwards to release the tether from the A pillar.
  3. Access the windshield garnish bolt (2) which is located on the backside of the windshield garnish molding (1) and secures the tether to the A pillar.
  4. Windshield Garnish Molding Bolt (2) » Remove
  5. Windshield Garnish Molding - Left Side (1) » Remove
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 2
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 2
  1. Fold the assist handle downward and hold. (2)
  2. Use a small flat-bladed tool to open the assist handle covers to access the bolts.
  3. Roof Rail Assist Handle Bolt (1) » Remove [2x]
  4. Roof Rail Assist Handle (2) » Remove
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 3
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 3
  1. Sunshade Retainer Bolt Cover (1) » Remove
  2. Sunshade Bolt (2) » Remove [3x]
  3. Squeeze the tabs at the base of the sunshade (3) to detach it from the roof panel and allow the headliner with the sunshade attached to be lowered.
  4. Sunshade - Left Side (3) » Reposition
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 4
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 4
  1. Move the front seat fully forward.
  2. Use a flat bladed plastic tool between the center pillar center trim panel (1) and the center pillar upper trim panel to disengage the upper retaining clips (2).
  3. Pull from both sides of the center pillar center trim panel (1) to release the middle and lower retaining clips (2).
  4. Center Pillar Center Trim Panel (1) » Remove
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 5
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 5
  1. Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Bolt Cap (1) » Remove
  2. Center Pillar Upper Garnish Molding Bolt (2) » Remove
  3. Pull the center pillar upper trim panel (3) toward the inside of the vehicle to disengage the retaining clips.
  4. Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel (3) » Reposition
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 6
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 6
  1. Liftgate Weatherstrip (1) » Reposition
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 7
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 7
  1. Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Bolt Cap (1) » Remove
  2. Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Bolt (2) » Remove
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 8
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 8
  1. Using a flat-bladed plastic trim tool, release the retaining clips.
  2. Body Lock Pillar Upper Trim Panel (1) » Reposition
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 9
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 9
  1. Using a flat-bladed plastic trim tool, release the retaining clips.
  2. Pull the body side rear window garnish molding (1) outwards enough to access the tether fastener.
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 10
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 10
  1. Body Side Rear Window Garnish Molding Bolt (1) » Remove
  2. Body Side Rear Window Garnish Molding Tether Retaining Clip (2) » Remove
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 11
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 11
  1. Body Rear Corner Upper Garnish Molding Bolt (1) » Remove
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 12
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 12
  1. Using a flat-bladed plastic trim tool, release the retaining clips.
  2. Body Rear Corner Upper Garnish Molding (1) » Reposition
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 13
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 13
  1. Place the coat hook (2) in the open position.
  2. Coat Hook Bolt (1) » Remove [2x]
  3. Coat Hook (2) » Remove [2x]
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 14
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 14
  1. Using a suitable plastic trim tool, release the retaining tabs on the rear seat position center reading and courtesy lamp (1).
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 15
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 15
  1. Using a suitable plastic trim tool, release the retaining tabs on the cargo center courtesy lamp  (1).
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 16
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 16
  1. 3rd Row Seat Belt Guide Cover (1) » Open
  2. Rear Seat Belt Guide Bolt (2) » Remove
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 17
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 17
  1. 3rd Row Seat Belt Guide (1) » Reposition
  2. Using a suitable trim tool, gently pry and pull downwards on the rear seat belt opening bezel  (2) to release the retaining clip.
  3. Rear Seat Belt Opening Bezel (2) » Remove
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 18
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 18
  1. Using a suitable plastic trim tool, release the retaining tabs.
  2. Rear Seat Center Belt Opening Bezel - 3rd Row Seat (1) » Remove
  3. Feed the 3rd row seat center belt through the rear seat center belt opening bezel (1).
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 19
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 19
  1. Lower the left rear section of the headlining trim panel (1).
  2. Lower the left rear section of the headlining rear trim panel , if equipped.
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 20
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 20
  1. Luggage Carrier Nut (1) » Remove [4x]
  2. Luggage Carrier Side Rail (2) » Remove
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 21
Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Replacement - Left Side (Short Wheel Base) — figure 21
  1. Apply two layers of masking tape to the painted surface around the edge of the roof panel joint finish molding (1) to prevent paint damage.

  2. Using a plastic trim-type tool and starting at the front of the roof panel joint finish molding  (1), release the retainers from the roof panel weld studs.

  3. Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding (1) » Remove

  4. Clean any debris from the roof panel joint finish molding (1). Installation Procedure

  5. Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding (1) » Install

  6. Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces.

  7. Luggage Carrier Side Rail (2) » Install

  8. If NEW threaded components are being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded components are reused, prepare the threaded components using the following steps: 4.1. Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the components using a lint free cloth. 4.2. Thread the cleaned components into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive. 4.3. Apply thread locking adhesive to the external threads of the components. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers 4.4. Ensure there are no gaps in the thread locking adhesive once applied to the component.

  1. Luggage Carrier Nut (1) » Install and tighten [4x] — Fastener Specifications

  2. Install the headlining rear trim panel , if equipped.

  3. Headlining Trim Panel (1) » Install

  4. Feed the 3rd row seat center belt through the rear seat center belt opening bezel (1).

  5. Rear Seat Center Belt Opening Bezel - 3rd Row Seat (1) » Install

  6. Rear Seat Belt Opening Bezel (2) » Install

  7. 3rd Row Seat Belt Guide (1) » Install

  8. Rear Seat Belt Guide Bolt (2) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

  9. 3rd Row Seat Belt Guide Cover (1) » Close

  10. Apply pressure upward on the cargo center courtesy lamp (1) to engage the retaining tabs.

  11. Apply pressure upward on the rear seat position center reading and courtesy lamp (1) to engage the retaining tabs.

  12. Coat Hook (2) » Install [2x]

  13. Coat Hook Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

  14. Body Rear Corner Upper Garnish Molding (1) » Install

  15. Body Rear Corner Upper Garnish Molding Bolt (1) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

  16. Body Side Rear Window Garnish Molding Tether Retaining Clip (2) » Install

  17. Body Side Rear Window Garnish Molding Bolt (1) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

  1. Body Side Rear Window Garnish Molding (1) » Install

  2. Body Lock Pillar Upper Trim Panel (1) » Install

  3. Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Bolt (2) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

  4. Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Bolt Cap (1) » Install

  5. Liftgate Weatherstrip (1) » Reposition

  6. Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel (3) » Install

  7. Center Pillar Upper Garnish Molding Bolt (2) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

  8. Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Bolt Cap (1) » Install

  9. Align 6 retaining clips (2) with the upper and lower trim panels.

  10. Center Pillar Center Trim Panel (1) » Install

  11. Sunshade Bolt (2) » Install and tighten [3x] — Fastener Specifications

  12. Sunshade Retainer Bolt Cover (1) » Install

  13. Roof Rail Assist Handle (2) » Install

  14. Roof Rail Assist Handle Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

  15. Windshield Garnish Molding Bolt (2) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

  16. Align the retainer clips with the slots in the A pillar and press the windshield garnish molding  (1) into place.

  17. Windshield Garnish Molding - Left Side (1) » Install

  18. Reposition the weatherstrip as necessary.

  19. Enable the SIR System. SIR Disabling and Enabling