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Diagnostic Routine J




Diagnostic Routine J

Diagnostic Overview

The Roof Opening Panel is Noisy During Operation - Sliding Glass Panel

Normal Operation and Fault Conditions

The front sliding glass panel operates smoothly and quietly while opening and closing.

Pinpoint Test

1. CHECK THE ROOF OPENING PANEL FOR OBSTRUCTIONS OR DAMAGE

1. Check the roof opening panel for any obstructions and damage.

Are there any obstructions and/or damage?








2. CHECK THE ROOF OPENING PANEL OPERATION

1. Check the roof opening panel during operation.

Is the front sliding glass panel loose or incorrectly aligned?








3. CHECK THE ROOF OPENING PANEL TRACKS AND MECHANISMS

1. Open the roof.

2. Check the roof opening panel tracks and mechanisms for obstructions and damage.

Are the roof opening panel tracks and mechanisms OK?








4. CHECK THE FRONT SLIDING GLASS PANEL MOTOR

1. Remove the front sliding glass panel motor and leave the electrical connector connected.

2. Operate the front sliding glass panel roof opening panel to the full OPEN and CLOSED position using the slide control switch.

Does the front sliding glass panel motor make excessive noise?