Pinpoint Test C: The Roof Opening Panel Rattles
Roof Opening Panel
Pinpoint Tests
Pinpoint Test C: The Roof Opening Panel Rattles
Normal Operation
When the roof opening panel glass is completely closed, it is flush with the roof panel. All components should be secured correctly.
This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:
- Roof opening panel
- Roof opening panel air deflector assembly
- Roof opening panel water trough
- Roof opening panel lifter assemblies
- Headliner
- Roof opening panel motor/module pad
- Roof opening panel frame
- Loose fasteners
- DVD entertainment system
PINPOINT TEST C: THE ROOF OPENING PANEL RATTLES
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C1 CHECK THE ROOF OPENING PANEL WEATHERSTRIP
- NOTE: Make sure the weatherstrip is secured to the glass, not cut, cracked, pinched, loose or obstructed in CLOSED, VENT and OPEN positions.
- Check the roof opening panel weatherstrip.
- Is the roof opening panel weatherstrip OK?
Yes
GO to C2.
No
INSTALL a new roof opening panel weatherstrip. REFER to Roof Opening Panel - Exploded View Roof Opening Panel - Exploded View. TEST the system for normal operation.
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C2 CHECK THE ROOF OPENING PANEL TIGHTNESS
- Manually push the roof opening glass panel up and fore/aft.
- Is the roof opening panel glass loose?
Yes
ALIGN the roof opening panel. REFER to Roof Opening Panel Alignment Adjustments. TEST the system for normal operation.
No
GO to C3.
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C3 CHECK THE ROOF OPENING PANEL TRACKS
- Open the roof opening panel.
- Check the roof opening panel tracks for obstructions and damage.
- Are the roof opening panel tracks OK?
Yes
GO to C4.
No
REMOVE all the roof opening panel track obstructions and REPAIR the roof opening panel tracks. If the roof opening panel tracks cannot be repaired, INSTALL a new roof opening panel frame. REFER to Roof Opening Panel Frame Roof Opening Panel Frame. TEST the system for normal operation.
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C4 CHECK THE ROOF OPENING PANEL WATER TROUGH AND TROUGH GUIDES
- Check the roof opening panel water trough and trough guides for any loose obstructions.
- Are the roof opening panel water trough and trough guides installed securely and free from obstructions?
Yes
GO to C5.
No
REMOVE all obstructions from the roof opening panel water trough guides and install securely. INSTALL a new roof opening panel frame if the water trough guides are damaged. REFER to Roof Opening Panel - Exploded View Roof Opening Panel - Exploded View and Roof Opening Panel Frame Roof Opening Panel Frame. TEST the system for normal operation.
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C5 CHECK THE ROOF OPENING PANEL SHIELD (SUNSHADE)
- Check the roof opening panel shield for correct installation.
- Is the roof opening panel shield installed correctly?
Yes
GO to C6.
No
INSTALL the roof opening panel shield correctly. REFER to Roof Opening Panel Shield Roof Opening Panel Shield. TEST the system for normal operation.
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C6 CHECK THE ROOF OPENING PANEL AIR DEFLECTOR ASSEMBLY
- Check the roof opening panel air deflector assembly for obstructions and damage.
- Is the roof opening panel air deflector assembly OK?
Yes
GO to C7.
No
REMOVE all obstructions and REPAIR or INSTALL a new roof opening panel air deflector assembly. REFER to Air Deflector Air Deflector. TEST the system for normal operation.
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C7 CHECK THE ROOF OPENING PANEL GLASS
- Verify the roof opening panel glass is free from obstructions and damage, and is securely fastened.
- Is the roof opening panel glass OK?
Yes
GO to C8.
No
REPAIR or INSTALL a new roof opening panel glass. REFER to Roof Opening Panel Glass Roof Opening Panel Glass. TEST the system for normal operation.
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C8 CHECK THE ROOF OPENING PANEL LIFTER ASSEMBLIES
- Verify the roof opening panel lifter assemblies are free from obstructions and damage.
- Are the roof opening panel lifter assemblies OK?
Yes
GO to C9.
No
REMOVE all obstructions from the roof opening panel lifter assemblies and REPAIR any damage. If the roof opening panel lifter assemblies cannot be repaired, INSTALL a new roof opening panel frame. REFER to Roof Opening Panel - Exploded View Roof Opening Panel - Exploded View and Roof Opening Panel Frame Roof Opening Panel Frame. TEST the system for normal operation.
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C9 CHECK ROOF OPENING PANEL FRAME INSTALLATION
- Check all roof opening fasteners for correct torque and verify correct installation of the roof opening panel frame. Refer to Roof Opening Panel - Exploded View Roof Opening Panel - Exploded View and Roof Opening Panel Frame Roof Opening Panel Frame.
- Is the roof opening panel correctly installed and tightened to specification?
Yes
GO to C10.
No
TIGHTEN the loose fasteners or REINSTALL the roof opening panel frame. REFER to Roof Opening Panel - Exploded View Roof Opening Panel - Exploded View and Roof Opening Panel Frame Roof Opening Panel Frame. TEST the system for normal operation.
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C10 CHECK THE ROOF OPENING PANEL FRAME FOR RATTLES
- Check the roof opening panel frame assembly for any loose parts or for any condition that will cause rattles.
- Is there a condition that will cause rattles?
Yes
INSTALL a suitable sound damper material to correct the condition. If the rattle still persists, INSTALL a new roof opening panel frame. REFER to Roof Opening Panel - Exploded View Roof Opening Panel - Exploded View and Roof Opening Panel Frame Roof Opening Panel Frame. TEST the system for normal operation.
No
If equipped with a DVD entertainment system, GO to C11. INSTALL a new roof opening panel frame. REFER to Roof Opening Panel - Exploded View Roof Opening Panel - Exploded View and Roof Opening Panel Frame Roof Opening Panel Frame. TEST the system for normal operation.
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C11 CHECK THE DVD ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM FOR RATTLES
- Check all DVD entertainment system fasteners for correct torque and verify correct installation. Refer to Radio, Stereo, and Compact Disc.
- Is the DVD entertainment system correctly installed and tightened to specification?
Yes
INSTALL a new roof opening panel frame. REFER to Roof Opening Panel - Exploded View Roof Opening Panel - Exploded View and Roof Opening Panel Frame Roof Opening Panel Frame. TEST the system for normal operation.
No
TIGHTEN the loose fasteners or REINSTALL the DVD entertainment system. TEST the system for normal operation.
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