Sunroof / Moonroof Motor: Service and Repair

SUNROOF DRIVE MOTOR

REMOVAL

NOTE: The sunroof system is timed from the factory so that the motor shuts off automatically when the sunroof window reaches a certain position. Extreme care must be taken when removing the motor from the sunroof module assembly or this timing may be thrown oft causing damage to the sunroof system. Anytime the motor needs to be removed from the module assembly the sunroof window must be in the FULLY CLOSED POSITION.

1. If glass panel is not in the fully closed position and the motor inoperative, remove motor and move by hand into position.
2. Remove A-pillar trim, sun visors, and map lamps/mini console.
3. Disconnect the control switch wire connector.
4. Remove sunroof opening trim lace.
5. Remove headliner as necessary to gain access to sunroof drive motor.
6. Disconnect the drive motor wire harness connectors.
7. Remove drive motor attaching screws and remove motor from the sunroof housing.

INSTALLATION

1. Before installing a new motor or the original motor ensure that the motor and module are timed to the closed position.
2. Ensure that sunroof is in the FULLY closed position before mounting the motor. If necessary, move the sunroof glass to the fully closed position by hand with the motor disconnected from the sunroof housing.

Fig. 3:

3. To time the drive motor connect all wire connectors to the express module. Run motor in the close position till the hole in the gear aligns with the Timing Marks shown in (Fig. 3).
4. Place drive motor into position on the sunroof housing and install attaching screws.
5. Set headliner into position.
6. Connect express module, drive motor, and control switch wire connectors.
7. Test sunroof operation, adjust as necessary.
8. Finish installing the headliner.
9. Install sunroof opening trim lace.
10. Connect the control switch wire connector.