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SUNROOF
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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SUNROOF
DESCRIPTION.........................96
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - SUNROOF......96
DRAIN TUBE
REMOVAL............................100
INSTALLATION........................100
CONTROL MODULE
REMOVAL............................101
INSTALLATION........................101
DRIVE MOTOR
REMOVAL............................101
INSTALLATION........................101
WIND DEFLECTOR
REMOVAL............................102INSTALLATION........................102
GLASS PANEL
REMOVAL............................102
INSTALLATION........................103
ADJUSTMENTS
ADJUSTMENTS - FIT.................103
ADJUSTMENT - TIMING...............103
SUNSHADE
REMOVAL............................103
INSTALLATION........................103
HOUSING ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL............................104
INSTALLATION........................104
SUNROOF
DESCRIPTION
WARNING: Keep fingers and other body parts out
of sunroof opening at all times.
The sunroof features a power sliding glass panel
and a sunshade which can be manually positioned
anywhere along its travel, rearward of glass panel
front edge.
The sunroof is electrically operated from a switch
located on the mini overhead console. To operate the
sunroof the ignition switch must be in the On/Run
position. The sunroof has both manual and Express
Open modes of operation when opening. To open the
sunroof in the Express Open mode, the switch is
pressed rearward for less than1 second.This causes
the sunroof glass to automatically retract and stop at
a position slightly forward of full open that reduces
low speed wind buffeting. The sunroof can also be
opened manually by pressing and holding the switch
rearward. Once the switch is held reward for more
than1 second,the glass will retract in the manual
mode. Releasing the switch at any time during travel
will cause the sunroof to stop at the current position.
To close the sunroof from an open position, the
switch must be pushed forward and held until the
sunroof glass comes to a complete stop. Releasing the
switch at any time in this mode will cause the sun-
roof to stop at the current position.
To vent the sunroof from the closed position, the
switch is pushed forward and held. Releasing theswitch at any time during travel will cause the sun-
roof to stop at the current vent position. To reach the
fully vented position, continue to hold the switch for-
ward until vent motion stops. To close the sunroof
from the vent position, push and hold the switch
rearward until the glass comes to a complete stop.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - SUNROOF
CAUTION: The sunroof motor is only to be powered
through the vehicle battery and vehicle wire har-
ness. Applying power to the sunroof motor leads
will cause failure of the sunroof control unit.
Before beginning sunroof diagnostics verify that all
other power accessories are in proper operating con-
dition. Refer to Sunroof Diagnostic Chart for possible
causes. If not, a common electrical problem may
exist. Refer to Group 8W, Wiring Diagrams, of this
publication for circuit, splice and component descrip-
tions. Check the condition of the circuit protection
(20 amp high current fuse (battery feed) located in
the Power Distribution Center (PDC). Check the
cover of the PDC for location of the fuse. Check for
correct operation of the sunroof delay relay. Inspect
all wiring connector pins for proper engagement and
continuity. Check for battery voltage at battery and
ignition pins of the power sunroof express module
wiring connector. Refer to Group 8W, Wiring Dia-
grams, for circuit information. The controller will not
operate at less than 10 volts. Check the ground at
the sunroof express module.
Before beginning diagnosis for wind noise or water
leaks, verify that the problem was not caused by
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releasing the control switch before the sunroof was
fully closed. The sunroof module has a water-man-
agement system. During washing high-pressure
water may be forced between the glass panel seal
and the roof opening. Normally this water will drain.
However, when some type of drying blower system is
used, like those found in automatic car washes, thewater may not have a chance to drain before the
blower forces air between the seal and the roof open-
ing. This causes the water to blow over the edge of
the module and onto the headlining.
Refer to (Fig. 1) Sunroof Assembly for exploded
view of the sunroof.
SYMPTOM STEP POSSIBLE CAUSE
Sunroof squeaks when
opening/closing.1 Identify if the cause is a seal squeak. If seal is worn, replace the
seal.
2 Check seal compression for uniformity in opening, If not uniform,
glass is not centered in opening.
3 Re-center glass by repositioning module in opening.
4 Identify if mechanism squeaks.
5 Check for lubrication, re-lube if necessary.
6 Check for dirt/debris in tracks, clean and re-lube.
7 Identify if motor squeaks, replace the motor.
Water leaks into the vehicle. 1 Check for a good connection at the drain tubes, re-connect where
needed.
2 Check for plugged/pinched hoses throughout.
3 Adjust the glass panel. Refer to glass panel adjustments in this
section.
4 Check seal for wear/damage, replace glass as necessary.
Motor inoperative. 1 Check connectors at the motor, switch, control module and power
source.
2 Check for defective control module, replace if necessary.
3 Replace the motor.
Motor noise when opening/
closing.1 Identify if motor noise, replace motor.
2 Insure noise is from the motor and not cables, (cable ratcheting).
Grinding noise when opening/
closing.1 Identify if the motor is grinding, replace motor.
(Mechanism noise, scraping.) 2 Check for lubrication in tracks and mechanism, re-lube if
necessary.
3 Check for dirt/debris in tracks, clean and re-lube.
(Cable ratcheting.) 4 Cables ratchet at the motor pinion; mechanism jammed, fix
mechanism and replace cables and motor bracket.
Wind noise when sunroof fully
closed.1 Check seal compression for uniformity in opening, If not uniform,
glass is not centered in opening.
2 Glass not adjusted flush to roof. Refer to glass panel adjustments
in this section.
3 Mechanism not fully closed.
A) Motor out of time, re-time motor/mechanism. Refer to glass
panel adjustments in this section.
B) Cable ratcheting, replace cables and motor bracket.
4 Seal worn, replace glass.
Sunroof will not open/close. 1 Check switch and switch connection.
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SYMPTOM STEP POSSIBLE CAUSE
2 Check mechanism for binding (result of forcing the glass closed/
broken components).
3 See motor inoperative above.
Sunroof9rattles9, anytime,
closed/open.1 Loose attachment screws (module), re-fasten and adjust module.
2 Loose glass panel, re-fasten and adjust glass panel.
3 Loose drain channel, refasten/secure to repair.
4 Broken mechanism, replace the sunroof assembly module.
5 Mechanism not fully closed.
A) Motor out of time, re-time motor/mechanism. Refer to glass
panel adjustments in this section.
B) Cable ratcheting, replace cables and motor bracket.
6 Check for sunshade out of track or for sunshade broken slide
block.
7 Loose wind deflector. Replace if broken.
8 Loose wind deflector spring. Replace if loose.
Sunshade squeaks/rattles,
anytime.1 Sunshade slide blocks out of track(s), put back in tracks.
-OR- 2 Missing felt pads on the drain channel, add felt pads.
Sunshade force high/low or
binding during operation.3 Felt on the drain channel rolling off, (sunshade rubs on adhesive),
replace felt pads.
4 Slide block binding in sunshade, free-up slide block by actuating a
couple times, grease slide block(s) and spring(s).
5 Broken slide block in sunshade, replace slide block.
6 Slide block spring missing, replace spring and slide block.
7 Sunshade interference with drain channel or trim welt, replace trim
welt and/or sunshade.
Motor/sunroof control module
operation: Auto open doesn't
work, or doesn't stop at closed
position.1 After power disconnect or replacement, sunroof module has to
complete on full cycle to program the sunroof control module. Full
cycle = close > open > close > vent > close.
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Fig. 1 Sunroof Assembly
1 - SUNSHADE
2 - EXPRESS MODULE
3 - DRIVE MOTOR
4 - FRAME ASSEMBLY5 - WIND DEFLECTOR
6 - GLASS PANEL
7 - DRAIN CHANNEL
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DRAIN TUBE
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the headliner. (Refer to 23 - BODY/IN-
TERIOR/HEADLINER - REMOVAL)
(2) Disengage clamps attaching drain tube to sun-
roof (Fig. 2).
(3) Tape the end of the old drain tube to the new
drain tube. Ensure that the tape build up on the tube
ends is not excessive.
(4) Remove front/rear trim panels as necessary to
disengage clamps securing drain tube to body.
(5) Remove the drain tube plug from the underside
of the vehicle.
(6) From the underside of the vehicle carefully,
pull/route the drain tube through the body panel.
Applying a soapy water solution to the new tube may
aid in this procedure.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the plug adapter to the bottom of the
drain tube.
(2) Engage clamps securing drain tube to body
(Fig. 2).
(3) Install front/rear trim panels as necessary.
(4) Install drain tube to sunroof and engage clamp.
(5) Install the headliner. (Refer to 23 - BODY/IN-
TERIOR/HEADLINER - INSTALLATION)
Fig. 2 Sunroof Drain Hose Routing
1 - DRAIN HOSE
2 - CLAMPS
3 - PLUG
4 - FLOOR5 - CLAMPS
6 - DRAIN HOSE
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CONTROL MODULE
REMOVAL
(1) Move the glass panel to the fully closed posi-
tion.
(2) Remove the A-pillar trim. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
INTERIOR/A-PILLAR TRIM - REMOVAL)
(3) Remove the sun visors. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
INTERIOR/SUN VISOR - REMOVAL)
(4) Remove the overhead console. (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/OVERHEAD CONSOLE - REMOVAL)
(5) Lower headliner as necessary to gain access to
the sunroof express module.
(6) Disconnect the express module wire harness
connectors.
(7) Remove express module screw.
(8) Remove express module from the keyway by
sliding module towards the center of the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Insert sunroof express module in the keyway
located in the sunroof module and slide the module
outward to lock it into position.
(2) Install the sunroof express module screw.
(3) Connect the wire connectors to the sunroof
express module.
(4) Install the headliner into position.
(5) Install the overhead console. (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/OVERHEAD CONSOLE - INSTALLA-
TION)
(6) Install the sun visors. (Refer to 23 - BODY/IN-
TERIOR/SUN VISOR - INSTALLATION)
(7) Install the A-pillar trim. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
INTERIOR/A-PILLAR TRIM - INSTALLATION)
(8) Test sunroof operation, adjust if necessary.
(Refer to 23 - BODY/SUNROOF/GLASS PANEL -
ADJUSTMENTS)
DRIVE MOTOR
REMOVAL
CAUTION: The sunroof system is timed from the
factory so that the motor shuts off automatically
when the sunroof window reaches a certain posi-
tion. Extreme care must be taken when removing
the motor, timing may be thrown off causing possi-
ble damage to the sunroof system. Anytime the
motor is removed from the sunroof assembly the
sunroof glass panel must be in the FULLY CLOSED
POSITION or the unit will be out of timing. The drive
motor cannot be reset to the park position after
being removed.CAUTION: The sunroof motor should only be pow-
ered through the vehicle battery and sunroof wire
harness. Applying power to the sunroof motor leads
will cause failure of the control module.
(1) Move glass panel to the fully closed position.
(2) Remove the A-pillar trim. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
INTERIOR/A-PILLAR TRIM - REMOVAL)
(3) Remove the B-pillar upper trim. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/INTERIOR/B-PILLAR UPPER TRIM -
REMOVAL)
(4) Remove the C-pillar trim. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
INTERIOR/C-PILLAR TRIM - REMOVAL)
(5) Remove the D-pillar trim. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
INTERIOR/D-PILLAR TRIM - REMOVAL)
(6) Remove the sunvisors. (Refer to 23 - BODY/IN-
TERIOR/SUN VISOR - REMOVAL)
(7) Remove the overhead console. (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/OVERHEAD CONSOLE - REMOVAL)
(8) Disconnect the control switch wire connector.
(9) Remove headliner as necessary to gain access
to sunroof drive motor. Refer to Headliner Removal
and Installation for proper procedures.
(10) Disconnect the drive motor wire harness con-
nectors (Fig. 3).
(11) Remove drive motor fasteners and remove
motor from the sunroof housing.
INSTALLATION
(1) Ensure that the window is in the fully closed
position before mounting the motor. If motor fails
with the window in the open position the sunroof
glass panel timing will have to be timed. The new
motor comes in the fully closed position and with a
gage for setting cable timing. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
SUNROOF/GLASS PANEL - ADJUSTMENTS - TIM-
ING)
(2) Place drive motor into position on the sunroof
housing and install fasteners.
Fig. 3 Sunroof Drive Motor and Express Module
1 - EXPRESS MODULE
2 - SCREW
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(3) Connect express module, drive motor, and con-
trol switch wire connectors.
(4) Set headliner into position.
(5) Test sunroof operation, adjust as necessary.
(Refer to 23 - BODY/SUNROOF/GLASS PANEL -
ADJUSTMENTS)
(6) Finish installing the headliner.
(7) Connect the control switch wire connector.
(8) Install the overhead console. (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/OVERHEAD CONSOLE - INSTALLA-
TION)
(9) Install the sunvisors. (Refer to 23 - BODY/IN-
TERIOR/SUN VISOR - INSTALLATION)
(10) Install the D-pillar trim. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
INTERIOR/D-PILLAR TRIM - INSTALLATION)
(11) Install the C-pillar trim. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
INTERIOR/C-PILLAR TRIM - INSTALLATION)
(12) Install the B-pillar upper trim. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/INTERIOR/B-PILLAR UPPER TRIM -
INSTALLATION)
(13) Install the A-pillar trim. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
INTERIOR/A-PILLAR TRIM - INSTALLATION)
WIND DEFLECTOR
REMOVAL
(1) Open sunroof glass panel.
(2) Push down one corner of the wind deflector and
let the other corner rise up (Fig. 4).
(3) Push the low corner towards the opposite side
of the vehicle until tab on sunshade clears the body.
Then raise the corner up.
(4) Repeat the procedure to the other corner.
(5) Lift wind deflector to 90% of the way.
(6) Push the attaching ends of the deflector to the
rear of the vehicle to disengage the deflector.
INSTALLATION
(1) Place wind deflector at 90% in the vertical posi-
tion to the sunroof. With the sunroof open.
(2) Push ends of the deflector towards the front of
the vehicle to engage ends.
(3) Lower wind deflector to normal position.
(4) Push one corner to the opposite side of the
vehicle until tab clears vehicle body and lower deflec-
tor for that corner.
(5) Push the side that was just installed com-
pletely down.
(6) Push the opposite corner cross vehicle until tab
clears the body. Then lower deflector to position.
(7) Test sunroof operation.
GLASS PANEL
REMOVAL
(1) Slide sunshade rearward to the open position.
(2) Move the glass panel to the fully closed posi-
tion.
(3) Remove the four attaching screws (Fig. 5).
(4) Lift off glass panel and remove from vehicle.
Fig. 4 Wind Deflector
1 - WIND DEFLECTOR
2-TAB
Fig. 5 Sunroof Glass Panel Removal
1 - ATTACHING SCREW
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INSTALLATION
NOTE: Sunroof glass must be set in place and
attached as close as possible to flush with the roof
surface. For wind noise reasons, care must be
taken to ensure that the glass is not remounted
either a) Overflush to the roof surface at the front
edge of the glass, or b) Underflush to the roof sur-
face at the rear edge of the glass.
(1) Position glass panel in to opening.
(2) Start the four attaching screws.
(3) Tighten screws.
(4) Verify sunroof operation and alignment. Check
fit and adjust as necessary. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
SUNROOF/GLASS PANEL - ADJUSTMENTS - FIT)
ADJUSTMENTS
ADJUSTMENTS - FIT
(1) Move the sunshade rearward to the open posi-
tion.
(2) Move the sunroof glass panel to the fully closed
position.
(3) Loosen the forward screws on each side enough
to make the front adjustment.
(4) Adjust the front of the sunroof glass panel 1
mm (1/32 inch) below the top surface of the roof
panel.
(5) Tighten the front two screws.
(6) Loosen the rear screws on each side enough to
make the rear adjustment.
(7) Adjust the rear of the sunroof glass panel 1
mm (1/32 inch) above the top surface of the roof
panel.
(8) Tighten the rear two screws.
(9) Check for proper fit. If not OK, repeat glass
panel adjustment.
ADJUSTMENT - TIMING
NOTE: A gage comes with the new motor.
(1) If the glass panel was not in the fully closed
position, when the motor was removed, the sunroof
glass panel needs to be timed, before the new motor
is installed.
(2) Remove sunroof glass panel.
(3) Set gage into the track near the rear of the
opening between the driver slide and the bracket
(Fig. 6).
(4) Move the driver slide forward or aft to get
proper setting.
(5) Repeat the operation on the other side.
(6) Install drive motor.
SUNSHADE
REMOVAL
(1) Open sunroof approximately 50% of the way.
(2) Push sunshade down until tabs clear glass.
(3) Move sunshade forward of glass panel.
(4) Compress the spring loaded plungers holding
the guide blocks in the track.
(5) Slide the sunshade forward while lifting the
front through the opening until the rear guide blocks
are accessible.
CAUTION: Use care not to crease the sunshade
when removing or installing.
(6) Disengage rear guide blocks from track.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the sunshade from outside of the vehicle
with the sunroof fully open.
(2) Put rear guide blocks into sunshade guide
track.
(3) Push sunshade back and down through the
sunroof opening.
(4) Using a flat blade tool, put front guide blocks
into the sunshade track. By pushing the block
towards the center of the vehicle.
(5) Move the glass panel to approximately halfway
to the fully closed position.
Fig. 6 Sunroof Drive Cable Timing
1 - MOVE DRIVER SLIDE FORWARD/AFT
2 - GAGE
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