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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2021TRANSIT-350 HD BASE, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 3.5L ENG VIN 8, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 460 (ROOF OPENING PANEL)GENERAL PROCEDURESROOF OPENING PANEL ALIGNMENT

2021 Ford Transit-350 HD Base, Van Cargo Extended, 3.5L Eng VIN 8, AWD

Roof Opening Panel Alignment

2021 Ford Transit-350 HD Base, Van Cargo Extended, 3.5L Eng VIN 8, AWDSECTION Roof Opening Panel Alignment

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Adjustment

NOTE: The front sliding glass panel initialization procedure must be done when repairs are carried out on the roof opening panel system, including: any time the roof opening panel motor has been removed, the roof opening panel glass has been removed or adjusted, or if the roof opening panel frame has been removed.

Fully close the roof opening panel.

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Measure the front and rear of the roof opening panel glass to roof clearances as shown.

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If adjustment is needed, fully open the roof opening panel shield.

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Remove the roof opening panel blinds. Refer to: Roof Opening Panel Blind .
Adjust the roof opening panel glass.
1. NOTE: LH side shown, RH side similar.
  
  On both sides, loosen the retainers to adjust the roof opening panel glass.
  
  Torque: 35 lb.in (4 Nm)
2. Adjust the roof opening panel glass as necessary.
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Install the roof opening panel blinds. Refer to: Roof Opening Panel Blind .
If any adjustment was made, initialize the roof opening panel glass. Refer to: Power Roof Opening Panel Initialization .

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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.