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Sunroof / Moonroof Motor: Service and Repair

SUNROOF MOTOR/ACTUATOR REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

IMPORTANT: The sunroof actuator can be replaced with the window panel in any position. It contains no limit switches and its drive shaft turns in both directions.




1. Remove the headliner.
2. Remove the tie strap from the wiring harness.
3. Remove the sunroof actuator screws (1).




4. Disconnect the sunroof actuator harness from the control module harness.
5. Pull the actuator straight down to disengage the drive gear.
6. Remove the actuator from the sunroof.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Position the actuator (1) to the sunroof.
2. Push the actuator straight in. This will engage the drive gear into the Sunroof Opening Position Switch.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install the sunroof actuator screws.

Tighten
Tighten the sunroof actuator screws to 3 N.m (27 lb in).




4. Connect the sunroof actuator harness to the control module harness.
5. Install the tie strap to the wiring harness.
6. Check the operation of the sunroof to all positions.
7. Install the headliner.