Lincoln Aviator: Roof Opening Panel / Removal and Installation - Roof Opening Panel Frame

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

1. Place the roof opening panel shield to the fully OPEN position.
   

1. Remove the headliner.
   Refer to: Headliner (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
   

1. Disconnect the drain hoses.
   

1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
   

1. Position the front and second row seats as shown.
   

1. With the help of an assistant.
   Remove the screws and lower the roof opening panel frame.
   Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)

1. With the help of an assistant.
   Remove the roof opening panel frame out the rear of the vehicle.
   

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   

1. Carry out the power roof opening panel initialization.
   Refer to: Power Roof Opening Panel Initialization (501-17 Roof Opening Panel, General Procedures).