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Glass Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Acura TL, 2010 Acura TL, and 2009 Acura TL. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Close the glass fully
  2. Slide the sunshade all the way back
  3. Pry out the cap (A) Remove the screw (B), and release the guide pin (C), then remove the bracket cover (D) Repeat on the opposite side Remove the screws (E) with a TORX T25 bit from the glass brackets (F) on both sides
    Fig 1: Cap, Screw, Guide Pin, Bracket Cover And Glass Brackets With Torque Specifications
    G05988198Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Remove the glass (A) by lifting it up Do not damage the roof panel
    Fig 2: Identifying Glass
    G05988199Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Install the glass in the reverse order of removal, then do these items
  6. Check for water leaks (see step 9 on DOOR GLASS ADJUSTMENT ) Use free-flowing water from a hose without a nozzle Do not use high-pressure water
    NOTE: It is normal for some water to seep past the moonroof into the moonroof frame, and exit through the drains