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Originally Posted by Mark4runnar
Sorry - but sounds like the dealer "whiffed"
Question:
I have a pro on order....... I was thinking of pulling the roof rack off, because it will never be used. Has anybody done this? Do you have to drop the ceiling inside the 4runnar?
Thanks
.mc
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From my experience, I have a 20 pro.
couple things
There is another pro owner near me, and he has deleted his rack...I think it looks odd. the pro rack is something people love or hate, but I think the 4r pro looks like its missing something with any roof rack at all. IMHO it at least needs a regular 4r rack.
second. NO you do not have to remove the headliner. BUT and this is a big BUTT. The PRO rack is held on with RED loctite. Dont ask me why....but westcott has a good video on it.
Easiest way to remove your factory TRD PRO roof rack - YouTube
Anyways, i found the info AFTER i messed up and I did have to take down the back of my headliner to reattach the clips that the bolts screw into. I dont know that is neccessary to use heat. Just done remove one screw and then the other...(two per attachment point) back out half turn each, going back and forth, otherwise you can accidentally rotate the internal clip off its tab.
and use Butyl tape as your sealant.