Sunroof Window Seal Replacement (Long Wheel Base)

Warning

Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning.

Warning

Refer to SIR Warning.

Warning

Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Warning.

Warning

Bodily injury may occur if the cleaning solvent is inhaled or exposed to the skin.

Caution

If a vehicle is equipped with a head curtain inflator module ensure that the inflator module and tether are undamaged. If tether or curtain airbag are damaged in any way, they must be replaced.

Caution

Use care when working around the head curtain inflator module. Sharp tools may puncture the curtain airbag. If the head curtain inflator module is damaged in any way, it must be replaced. Removal Procedure

1. Disable the SIR system. SIR Disabling and Enabling
2. Open the sunroof sunshade.

Sunroof Window Seal Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 1

3. Reposition the sunroof opening trim finish lace to gain access to the bolts.
4. Sunroof Window Bolt (1) » Remove [6x]
5. Sunroof Window (2) » Remove

Sunroof Window Seal Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 2

6. Reposition the sunroof opening trim finish lace to gain access to the bolts.
7. Sunroof Window Bolt (1) » Remove [6x]
8. Roof Stationary Window (2) @ Sunroof Window Seal » Disconnect
9. Roof Stationary Window (2) » Remove

Sunroof Window Seal Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 3

10. Reposition the weatherstrip as necessary.
11. Pull down the windshield garnish molding (1) rearwards to release the tether from the A pillar.
12. Access the windshield garnish bolt (2) on the backside of the windshield garnish molding (1).
13. Windshield Garnish Molding Bolt (2) » Remove
14. Windshield Garnish Molding - Left Side (1) » Remove

Sunroof Window Seal Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 4

15. Reposition the weatherstrip as necessary.
16. Windshield Pillar Assist Handle Cover (1) » Remove [2x]
17. Windshield Pillar Assist Handle Bolt (2) » Remove [2x]
18. Windshield Garnish Molding - Right Side (3) » Remove

Sunroof Window Seal Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 5

19. Fold the assist handle downward and hold. (2)
20. Use a small flat-bladed tool to open the assist handle covers to access the bolts.
21. Roof Rail Assist Handle Bolt (1) » Remove [4x]
22. Roof Rail Assist Handle (2) » Remove [2x]

Sunroof Window Seal Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 6

23. Sunshade Retainer Bolt Cover (1) » Remove
24. Sunshade Bolt (2) » Remove [3x]
25. 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.

Sunroof Window Seal Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 7

26. Sunshade Retainer Bolt Cover (1) » Remove
27. Sunshade Bolt (2) » Remove [3x]
28. 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.

Sunroof Window Seal Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 8

29. Using a flat-bladed plastic trim tool, release the retaining clips.
30. Roof Console Opening Trim Plate (1) » Remove
31. Roof Console Bolt (2) » Remove [2x]
32. Roof Console (3) » Remove
33. Disconnect the electrical connectors.

Sunroof Window Seal Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 9

34. Open the sunshade support bolt access covers with an appropriate tool on both sides of vehicle.
35. Sunshade Support Bolt (1) » Remove [2x]

Sunroof Window Seal Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 10

36. Insert a suitable flat-bladed plastic trim tool between the windshield multifunction sensor mount bracket cover insert (1) and windshield multifunction sensor mount bracket cover (2).
37. Separate the windshield multifunction sensor mount bracket cover insert (1) from the windshield multifunction sensor mount bracket cover (2).

Sunroof Window Seal Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 11

38. Windshield Multifunction Sensor Mount Bracket Cover Insert (1) » Remove

Sunroof Window Seal Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 12

39. Using a suitable plastic trim tool, carefully pry downward on the windshield multifunction sensor mount bracket cover (1) to release it from the windshield.
40. Pull downward to remove the windshield multifunction sensor mount bracket cover (1) from the windshield.

Sunroof Window Seal Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 13

41. Using a suitable plastic trim tool, release the retaining tabs on the rear seat position center reading and courtesy lamp (1).

Sunroof Window Seal Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 14

42. Place the coat hook (2) in the open position.
43. Coat Hook Bolt (1) » Remove [2x]
44. Coat Hook (2) » Remove [2x]

Sunroof Window Seal Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 15

45. Move both front seats fully forward.
46. 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) on both sides of the vehicle.
47. Pull from both sides of the center pillar center trim panel (1) to release the middle and lower retaining clips (2) on both sides of the vehicle.
48. Center Pillar Center Trim Panel (1) » Remove [2x]

Sunroof Window Seal Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 16

Caution

Use care when working around the head curtain inflator module. Sharp tools may puncture the curtain airbag. If the head curtain inflator module is damaged in any way, it must be replaced.

49. Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Bolt Cap (1) » Remove [2x]
50. Center Pillar Upper Garnish Molding Bolt (2)» Remove [2x]
51. Pull the center pillar upper trim panel (3) toward the inside of the vehicle to disengage the retaining clips on both sides of the vehicle.

Note

The Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel does not need to be fully removed from the vehicle.

52. Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel (3) » Reposition [2x]

Sunroof Window Seal Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 17

53. Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Bolt Cap (1) » Remove
54. Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Bolt (2) » Remove

Sunroof Window Seal Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 18

55. Using a flat-bladed plastic trim tool, release the retaining clips.

Note

The Body Lock Pillar Upper Trim Panel does not need to be fully removed from the vehicle.

56. Body Lock Pillar Upper Trim Panel (1) » Reposition

Sunroof Window Seal Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 19

57. Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Bolt Cap (1) » Remove
58. Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Bolt (2) » Remove

Sunroof Window Seal Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 20

59. Using a flat-bladed plastic trim tool, release the retaining clips.

Note

The Body Lock Pillar Upper Trim Panel does not need to be fully removed from the vehicle.

60. Body Lock Pillar Upper Trim Panel (1) » Reposition

Sunroof Window Seal Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 21

61. Reposition the sunroof housing front drain hose.
62. Retaining Clip (1) » Remove [2x]
63. Place all the rear seats in the fully stowed position.
64. Place the front seats in the fully reclined position.
65. Disconnect the electrical connectors at the windshield module.
66. Lower the headlining trim panel.

Sunroof Window Seal Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 22

67. Disconnect the sunroof housing front drain hoses (1) from the front sunroof housing drain gutters.

Sunroof Window Seal Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 23

68. Disconnect the sunroof housing rear drain hoses (1) from the rear sunroof housing drain gutters.

Sunroof Window Seal Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 24

69. Remove the 2 sunroof housing wiring harness retaining tabs (1).

Sunroof Window Seal Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 25

70. Remove the 13 sunroof module bolts (1), leaving the side 2 centermost sunroof module bolts  (2) installed.

Sunroof Window Seal Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 26

71. With the aid of an assistant, remove the 2 remaining sunroof module bolts (1) and gently lower the sunroof housing (2).
72. With the aid of an assistant, carefully remove the sunroof housing (2) and place on a clean prepared surface.

Sunroof Window Seal Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 27

Note

Observe the mounting and location of the sunroof window seal to ensure proper reinstallation.

73. Starting at one end of the sunroof window seal (1), pull up and away from the frame.

74. Sunroof Window Seal (1) » Remove

75. Clean the mounting area using a lint-free cloth dampened with a 50/50 mixture of isopropyl alcohol and water. Installation Procedure

76. Sunroof Window Seal (1) » Install

77. Starting at one end of the sunroof window seal (1), seat the sunroof window seal at all contact points around the frame.

78. With the aid of an assistant, carefully install the sunroof housing (2).

79. With the aid of an assistant, install and hand tighten the side 2 centermost sunroof module bolts (1).

Caution

Refer to Fastener Caution.

5. Sunroof Module Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [13x] — Fastener Specifications

6. Sunroof Module Bolt (2) » Tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

7. Install the 2 sunroof housing wiring harness retaining tabs (1).

8. Connect the sunroof housing rear drain hoses (1) to the rear sunroof housing drain gutters.

9. Connect the sunroof housing front drain hoses (1) to the front sunroof housing drain gutters.

10. Headlining Trim Panel » Install

11. Connect the electrical connectors at the windshield module.

12. Place the front seats in the fully upright position.

13. Place all the rear seats in the fully upright and locked position.

14. Retaining Clip (1) » Install [2x]

15. Reposition the sunroof housing front drain hose.

16. Body Lock Pillar Upper Trim Panel (1) » Reposition

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

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

19. Body Lock Pillar Upper Trim Panel (1) » Reposition

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

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

22. Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel (3) » Install [2x]

23. Center Pillar Upper Garnish Molding Bolt (2)» Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

24. Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Bolt Cap (1) » Install [2x]

25. Align the retaining clips (2) with the upper and lower trim panels on both sides of the vehicle.

26. Center Pillar Center Trim Panel (1) » Install [2x]

27. Coat Hook (2) » Install [2x]

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

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

30. Install the windshield multifunction sensor mount bracket cover (1) ensuring the retaining tabs are fully seated.

31. Windshield Multifunction Sensor Mount Bracket Cover Insert (1) » Install

32. Apply pressure upward on the windshield multifunction sensor mount bracket cover insert (1)  to engage the retaining tabs.

33. Sunshade Support Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

34. Close the sunshade support bolt access covers.

35. Connect the electrical connectors.

36. Roof Console (3) » Install

37. Roof Console Bolt (2) » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

38. Roof Console Opening Trim Plate (1) » Install

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

40. Sunshade Retainer Bolt Cover (1) » Install

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

42. Sunshade Retainer Bolt Cover (1) » Install

43. Roof Rail Assist Handle (2) » Install [2x]

44. Roof Rail Assist Handle Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [4x] — Fastener Specifications

45. Windshield Garnish Molding - Right Side (3) » Install

46. Windshield Pillar Assist Handle Bolt (2) » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

47. Windshield Pillar Assist Handle Cover (1) » Install [2x]

48. Reposition the weatherstrip as necessary.

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

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

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

52. Reposition the weatherstrip as necessary.

53. Roof Stationary Window (2) » Install

54. Roof Stationary Window (2) @ Sunroof Window Seal » Connect

55. If a NEW threaded component is being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded component is reused, prepare the threaded component using the following steps: 55.1. Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the component using a lint free cloth. 55.2. Thread the cleaned component into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive. 55.3. Remove loose debris from internal and external threads using compressed air. 55.4. Apply liquid thread locking adhesive in a strip along half of the length of the external threads, starting at the tip, just prior to installation. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers

56. Sunroof Window Bolt (1) » Install and hand tighten [6x]

57. Sunroof Window (2) » Install

58. If a NEW threaded component is being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded component is reused, prepare the threaded component using the following steps: 58.1. Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the component using a lint free cloth. 58.2. Thread the cleaned component into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive. 58.3. Remove loose debris from internal and external threads using compressed air. 58.4. Apply liquid thread locking adhesive in a strip along half of the length of the external threads, starting at the tip, just prior to installation. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers

59. Sunroof Window Bolt (1) » Install and hand tighten [6x]

60. Ensure the proper sunroof window and roof stationary window height and opening fit. Sunroof Window Height and Opening Fit Adjustment

61. Perform the necessary initialization procedure. Sunroof/Sunshade Motor Initialization

62. Enable the SIR System. SIR Disabling and Enabling