Sunroof / Moonroof Drain: Service and Repair
Frame and Drain Tube Replacement1. Remove these items:
- Headliner
- Moonroof glass
2. Put on gloves to protect your hands. Disconnect the motor connector (A) and drain tubes (B), and remove the interior harness (C) by detaching the harness clips (D) and removing the cushion tape (E).
3. With an assistant holding the frame (F), remove the bolts (G), starting at the rear. Release the rear hooks (H) by moving the frame forward, then remove the frame.
4. 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.
5. To remove the front drain valve (A) from the body, remove the kick panel, left or right. Detach the clips (B, C), and on the left A-pillar, release the interior harness (D) from the clips (C).
6. To remove the rear drain valve (A) from the cargo area, remove the cargo area side trim panel, left or right. Release the rear drain tube (B) from the clip (C), and tie a string to the end of the drain tube, then pull the drain tube down out of the C-pillar.
7. 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 connector is 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.
8. Check for water leaks. Use free-flowing water from a hose without a nozzle. Do not use high-pressure water.