Section 584 (Sliding Roof): Removal

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Removal
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  1. REMOVE ROOF HEADLINING (See  REMOVAL  ) 
  2. REMOVE SLIDING ROOF GLASS ASSEMBLY 
    1. Using a torx wrench, remove the 4 screws.
    2. Pull the glass upward to remove it.
  3. REMOVE DRIVE GEAR 
    Fig 1: Removing Drive Gear
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