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J 44363 Sunroof Alignment Pins

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the sunroof window. Refer to Sunroof Window Replacement .
  2. Remove the sunshade panel. Refer to Sunroof Sunshade Assembly Replacement .
  3. Important: It is only necessary to lower the headliner. Only do the steps in headliner replacement that will lower the headliner enough to gain access.

  4. Lower the headliner. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement .
  5. Disconnect the electrical harness.

  6. Object Number: 428783  Size: SH
  7. Cut the tie wraps from the drain hoses on the drain spouts.
  8. Disconnect the drain hoses from the sunroof module assembly.

  9. Object Number: 469419  Size: SH
  10. Remove the sunroof module assembly to the roof bolts (1).
  11. Remove the sunroof module assembly from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 469419  Size: SH
  1. Position the sunroof module assembly to the roof opening.
  2. Hand start the sunroof module assembly bolts (1) into the roof.
  3. Insert the J 44363 into the sunroof module alignment holes (2).
  4. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  5. Secure the sunroof module assembly to the roof.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the sunroof module bolts (1) to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

  7. Remove the J 44363 .

  8. Object Number: 428783  Size: SH
  9. Connect the drain hoses to the drain spouts on the sunroof module.
  10. Important: When installing the new drain hose tie wraps, position the tie wraps to maintain clearance between the tie wraps and the headliner.

  11. Secure the drain hoses to the sunroof module with new tie wraps.
  12. Connect the electrical harness to the sunroof module assembly.
  13. Install the sunshade. Refer to Sunroof Sunshade Assembly Replacement .
  14. Install the sunroof window and loosely install the screws. Refer to Sunroof Window Replacement .
  15. Adjust the sunroof window. Refer to Sunroof Window Height and Opening Fit Adjustment .
  16. Important: Test for proper operation of the sunroof before installing the headliner.

  17. Raise and install the headliner. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement .