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For 1990-2009 cars only

The power sunroof (CF5 option) has the following features:

  1. A manually operated sunshade. A recess is provided in the sunshade to be used to push the shade open or pull it shut.
  2. An express module at the front of the sunroof module, allows the window panel to stop in the closed, vent and fully open positions.
  3. The Position Encoding System (PES) module contains the limit switches for the window panel operation. Its gearing drives the window into the desired position. The window panel must be in the CLOSED position when this unit is replaced.
  4. The sunroof actuator attaches to the PES module and contains the driveshaft that drives the gearing in the PES. This driveshaft will turn infinitely in both directions.
  5. The power sunroof switch is a two position rocker type switch which electrically operates the power sunroof. The switch is located in the headliner in front of the sunroof. Press the CLOSE indent position once to move the sunroof glass to the vent position. Press and hold front indent and the sunroof will return to the full closed position.
  6. Press rear indent twice and the sunroof glass will slide to the full open position.

    Press and hold the front

    Press and hold the CLOSE position on the control switch in order to close the sunroof window from the open position. The switch must be held until the window reaches a desired position or until it closes completely.

  7. A drain trough is positioned under the sunroof glass panel. Water is collected by this trough and is drained off by drain hoses connected at each corner.
  8. The glass panel seal fits around the glass panel and is used to seal the opening between the glass panel and the roof panel.
  9. The sunroof electrical harness is routed to join the body harness at the right rear pillar.

Vent Position

Complete the following steps in order to place the sunroof in the VENT position:

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position.
  2. Press and release the CLOSE position on the control switch.

The rear of the sunroof will raise and automatically stop.

Press and hold the CLOSE position on the control switch in order to close the sunroof window from the vent position.

Open Position

Press the rear indent position twice in order to open the sunroof window. The following actions occur:

  1. The sunroof window lowers in the rear.
  2. The window slides open between the roof and the headliner.
  3. The sunroof window completely opens and automatically stops when the window is fully open.

Sunroof Maintenance

  1. Clean the surface of the window by wiping with a clean, dampened cloth using GM Window Cleaner GM P/N 10500427 or equivalent.
  2. Apply a silicone lubricant (GM P/N 12345579 or equivalent) in order to perform the following functions:
  3. • Prolong the weatherstrip life
    • Help to seal the weatherstrip
    • Assist in eliminating squeaks