Edge AWD V6-3.5L (2009)
NOTICE: To avoid rust formation, use extreme care not to scratch the paint or primer, or otherwise damage the body during removal.
NOTE: Lubricate the urethane adhesive with water to aid the Deluxe Windshield Removal Tool when cutting the urethane adhesive.
NOTE: Do not open the liftgate during this procedure.
Refer to the urethane adhesive path illustration and cut as follows:
1. NOTICE: Use caution when cutting to prevent damage to the windshield glass seal.
From the outside of the vehicle, start at the center and work towards the front corners and around the locator pin.
2. NOTE: Add wedges as necessary to separate the roof opening panel module from the body to relieve pressure on the cutting blade.
From the outside of the vehicle, continue working along the side and towards the rear corners.
3. NOTE: Add wedges as necessary to separate the roof opening panel module from the body to relieve pressure on the cutting blade.
From the inside of the vehicle, work from the center towards the rear corners and around the rear locator pin.
10. With the aid of an assistant, remove the roof opening panel module assembly.
Installation
NOTE: For additional material guidelines, refer to the manufacturer's installation information.
1. NOTE: Avoid scratching the painted surfaces. For minor scratches or exposed metal, see the manufacturer's recommendations.
Using an appropriate tool, trim the urethane adhesive leaving no more than 1 mm (0.03 in) base of original equipment urethane adhesive along the
roof opening module body mounting surface.
2. Using a soft brush or vacuum, remove any dirt or foreign material from the vehicle body roof opening panel module flanges.
3. Make sure the locator pin holes are cleared of any foreign material which would affect installation of the new roof opening panel module.
4. NOTICE: Be sure to use the same brand of cure-rate products for the adhesive and primer. Do not mix different brands of urethane and
primer. Refer to the Materials Chart in this procedure.
Cut the urethane adhesive applicator tip to the specification.
