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For 1990-2009 cars only

Sunroof Motor/Actuator Synchronization ZRX/XTREME w/ CF5

Timing Procedure

  1. Open the window at least 2 inches from the front of the sunroof. If the sunroof will not open, refer to Sunroof Manual Operation .
  2. Remove the motor. Refer to Sunroof Motor/Actuator Replacement .
  3. Place your hands on the front edge of the window and gently push both sides to the full open position. Take care to move both sides of the window at the same time. Verify that the leading edge of the window panel is parallel with the rear edge of the sunroof mainframe.
  4. Check the screws on the drive tube retainer plates (the gold colored screw located behind the motor block). If loose, check or re-insert the ends of the cable drive and return the tubes into place. Apply Loctite® Blue, GM P/N 12345382 (Canadian P/N 10953489) or equivalent, to the screw threads prior to installing the screw.
  5. Install the motor. Refer to Sunroof Motor/Actuator Replacement .
  6. Test the function of the sunroof through several cycles.