Tools Required
J 44363 Sunroof
Alignment Pins
Removal Procedure
- If replacing the sunroof module with a new replacement module,
remove the sunroof window. Refer to
Sunroof Window Replacement
.
- Remove the sunshade panel. Refer to
Sunroof Sunshade Replacement
.
- If reinstalling the original sunroof, cycle the sunroof window
to the rear.
- Remove the headliner. Refer to
Headlining Trim Panel Replacement
in Interior Trim.
- Disconnect the electrical harness.
- Cut the tie wraps from
the drain hoses.
- Remove the drain hoses from the sunroof module.
- Remove the sunroof module
to the roof bolts (1).
- When lowering the sunroof module, ensure the coaxial cable to
the antenna module does not interfere with the sunroof module.
- Remove the sunroof module from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
- Position the sunroof module
to the roof opening.
- Ensure not to pinch the coaxial cable to the antenna module located
at the left rear side of the inner roof panel.
- Install the 2 center bolts into the module in order to
hold the sunroof module into position.
- Hand start the sunroof module bolts (1) into the roof module.
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners
must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring
replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant
are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or
corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified.
These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage
the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when
installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
- Use the J 44363
in order to align the sunroof to the sunroof opening. Install the alignment
pins through the sunroof alignment holes (2) into the roof
alignment holes.
Tighten
Tighten the sunroof module to roof bolts to 9 N·m (80 lb in).
- Remove the J 44363
.
- Install the drain hoses
to the drain spouts on the sunroof module.
Important: When installing the new drain hose tie wraps, position the tie wraps
to maintain clearance between the tie wraps and the headliner.
- Secure the drain hoses to the sunroof module with new tie wraps.
- Connect the electrical harness to the sunroof module.
- Install the sunshade panel. Refer to
Sunroof Sunshade Replacement
.
- If the sunroof window was removed, install the sunroof window
and loosely install the screws. Refer to
Sunroof Window Replacement
.
- Adjust the sunroof window. Refer to
Sunroof Window Height and Opening Fit Adjustment
.
Important: Verify the operation of the sunroof, before installing the headliner.
- Install the headliner. Refer to
Headlining Trim Panel Replacement
in Interior Trim.