Sunroof Assembly: Removal

Disconnect the ground cable from battery. <Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Note.>
NOTE:
- Completely close the lid assembly - sunroof, then disconnect the ground cable.
- For models other than STI model, disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor.
Remove the lid assembly - sunroof.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the lid assembly - sunroof.
1. Completely close the lid assembly - sunroof, and open the sunshade assembly.
2. Remove the lid assembly - sunroof.
  Preparation tool:
  
  TORX® T25
  
  Fig 1: Locating Sunroof Glass Lid Assembly Bolts
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Remove the trim panel - roof assembly. <Ref. to REMOVAL , Roof Trim.>
Remove the bracket - assist rail.

Fig 2: Locating Roof Assembly Trim Panel Bolts
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Disconnect the connector of the motor assembly - sunroof.
Remove the rail assembly - sunroof.
1. Remove the drain tube - sunroof.
  
  Fig 3: Locating Sunroof Drain Tubes
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2. Remove the bolts and then remove the sunroof bracket.
  
  Fig 4: Locating Sunroof Bracket Bolts
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3. Remove the bolts, then remove the rail assembly.
  
  Fig 5: Locating Rail Assembly Bolts
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