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Removal Procedure

Important: Do not apply battery voltage to a new sunroof motor/actuator prior to installing the motor/actuator to the sunroof module assembly.

The sunroof window must be in the full closed position.

  1. If possible, close the sunroof window before removing the sunroof motor/actuator.
  2. It is only necessary to lower the headliner to gain access to the sunroof motor/actuator. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement .

  3. Object Number: 468357  Size: SH
  4. Disconnect the electrical connectors (3) from the sunroof motor/actuator (1).
  5. Remove the bolts (5) attaching the sunroof motor/actuator (1) to the sunroof module assembly (2).
  6. Remove the sunroof motor/actuator from the sunroof module assembly (2).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 468357  Size: SH
  1. Manually move the sunroof window to the full closed position.
  2. Install the sunroof motor/actuator (1) to the sunroof module assembly (2).
  3. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  4. Install the sunroof motor/actuator bolts (5) to the sunroof module assembly.
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 5 N·m (44 lb in).

  6. Connect the electrical connectors (3) to the sunroof motor/actuator (1).
  7. Important: Verify the sunroof operation before installing the headliner.

  8. After installing the motor actuator, refer to Sunroof Motor/Actuator Initialization/Teach Process .
  9. Install the headliner. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement .