Sunroof / Moonroof Frame: Service and Repair
Frame and Drain Tube Replacement1. Remove these items:
- Headliner
- Moonroof glass
- Side curtain airbag
2. Remove the moonroof frame (A). Put on gloves to protect your hands.
1. Disconnect the motor connector (B), harness clip (C) and the drain tubes (D).
2. With an assistant holding the frame, remove the bolts (E) starting at the rear, and release the rear hooks (F) by moving the frame forward, then remove the frame.
3. With the help of an assistant, carefully remove the frame through the door opening. Take care not to scratch the interior trim and body, or tear the seat covers.
3. To remove a front drain valve (A) from the body, remove the kick panel, driver's or passenger's. Tie a string to the top end of the drain tube, then pull the front drain tube (B) down out of the A-pillar.
4. To remove a rear drain valve (A) from the body, remove these parts.
- Spare tire lid.
- Trunk rear trim panel.
5. Tie a string to the top end of the rear drain tube (B), then pull back the trunk side trim panel and pull the drain tube down out of the pillar.
6. Install the frame and drain tube in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Before installing the frame, clear the drain tubes and drain valves using compressed air.
- Check the frame seal.
- Clean the surface of the frame.
- When installing the frame, first attach the rear hooks into the body holes.
- Make sure the connectors are plugged in properly.
- When connecting the drain tube, slide it over the frame nozzle at least 10 mm (0.39 in.).
- Install the tube clip (A) on the drain tube (B) as shown.
- After all parts are installed, including the head liner, do the moonroof calibration.
7. Check for water leaks. Let the water run freely from a hose without a nozzle. Do not use a high-pressure spray.