Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Removal and Installation
2011 Ford Expedition RWDSECTION Removal and Installation
NOTE:
The roof opening panel must be initialized when repairs are carried out on any part of the roof opening panel, including: whenever the roof opening panel has been removed from the roof opening panel assembly, a new roof opening panel motor/module has been installed or when a new roof opening panel assembly has been installed. For additional information, refer to ROOF OPENING PANEL MOTOR INITIALIZATION in this information.
- Remove the roof opening panel glass. For additional information, refer to ROOF OPENING PANEL GLASS in this information.
- Remove the 2 trough guide retaining screws and the trough from the trough guide assembly.
- To install, tighten to 1 Nm (9 lb-in).
- Disconnect the trough guide rods from the lifter arm assemblies.
- Position the glass frame to the VENT position.
- Slide the trough guide back to the slot (approximately 15 mm; 0.6 in) cut in track.
- Pull the front of the guide up.
- Holding the guide rod, gently rock the guide side to side while pulling the guide forward until the guide is fully out of the track.
- Inspect the trough guide assembly for damage. If damage is found, inspect the track for broken pieces and remove them.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Align the roof opening panel. For additional information, refer to ROOF OPENING PANEL ALIGNMENT in this information.
- Initialize the roof opening panel motor. For additional information, refer to ROOF OPENING PANEL MOTOR INITIALIZATION in this information.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.