Sunroof / Moonroof Frame: Service and Repair

Sunroof Frame Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. It is only necessary to lower the headliner. Only do those step in headliner replacement that will lower the headliner enough to gain access to the part. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement Service and Repair.





2. Remove the sunroof window. Refer to Sunroof Window Replacement Sunroof Window Replacement.

3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the sunroof frame.

4. Disconnect the front and rear sunroof drain hoses. Refer to Sunroof Housing Front Drain Hose Replacement Sunroof Housing Front Drain Hose Replacement and Sunroof Housing Rear Drain Hose Replacement Sunroof Housing Rear Drain Hose Replacement.

5. With the aid of an assistant, remove the bolts (1) that secure the sunroof frame (2).

Installation Procedure

1. Before transferring any parts perform the timing/synchronization of the sunroof frame. Refer to Sunroof Track Timing/Synchronization Service and Repair.

2. Transfer all necessary parts to the new frame.





3. With the aid of an assistant, position the new sunroof frame (2) into the roof opening.

Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.

4. With the aid of an assistant, install the bolts (1) that secure the sunroof frame (2) to the roof.

Tighten the bolts to 8 Nm (70 lb in).

5. Connect the front and rear sunroof drain hoses. Refer to Sunroof Housing Front Drain Hose Replacement Sunroof Housing Front Drain Hose Replacement and Sunroof Housing Rear Drain Hose Replacement Sunroof Housing Rear Drain Hose Replacement.

6. Connect the electrical connectors to the sunroof frame.

7. Install and adjust the sunroof window. Refer to Sunroof Window Replacement Sunroof Window Replacement.

8. Ensure the motor/actuator initialization/teach process has been done. Refer to Sunroof Motor/Actuator Initialization/Teach Process Testing and Inspection.

9. Verify the proper operation of the sunroof before installing the headliner.

10. Install the headliner. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement Service and Repair.