Body - Rear Sunroof Sun Shade Replacement Procedure
NUMBER: 12-80-03DATE: 05/19/03
APPLICABILITY:
2000MY-2004MY Legacy Vehicles
SUBJECT:
Sunshade for Rear Sunroof on
Dual Sunroof Models
INTRODUCTION
In the event you need to replace the rear sunshade on a 2000-2004MY Legacy Wagon model the following repair method should be used in lieu of removing the sunroof unit as advised in the current Service Manual. This new repair method is the only acceptable method under warranty. The sunshade replacement kit is composed of: one sunshade, two guide pieces, and two dips.
PARTS INFORMATION
REPAIR KIT SHADE REAR WAG
Gray Roof 65409AE000OB
Beige Roof 65409AE000GF
REPAIR PROCEDURES/INFORMATION:
1) Pull the rear sunshade open and detach the plastic clips that hold up the track covers (fig. A).
2) Remove the lid installation nuts (two on each side, fig. B) and then remove the shim and glass lid.
3) Place protective tape around the sunroof opening to protect the paint from damage.
4) Remove the screw (fig. C) and the dip (fig. D) to free the arm.
5) Remove the drain plate and guide (the guide is easily removed by pushing the part outward (fig. E)).
6) Angle the arm parallel to the ground using a piece of tape (fig. F and fig. G). If the arm is not parallel it will interfere with other components when the sunroof is opened.
7) Pull the sunshade dosed, then operate the sunroof to the full open position ensuring the sunshade stays closed.
8) Remove the plastic sheet springs (four on each side) from the sunshade frame by prying them with a small screwdriver (fig. H).
9) Carefully remove the sunshade from the roof.
10) Reinstall in the reverse order of removal and ensure proper operation of all components.
CLAIM REIMBURSEMENT/WARRANTY INFORMATION
For vehicles within the Basic New Car Limited Warranty coverage period, this repair may be claimed using the information shown.
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