Sunroof / Moonroof Motor: Service and Repair

Sunroof Actuator Replacement

Removal Procedure

Important: The sunroof actuator can be replaced with the glass in any position. It contains no limit switches and its drive shaft turns in both directions.


1. Remove the headliner. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (Service and Repair) in Interior Trim.




2. Remove the tie strap from the wiring harness.
3. Remove the screws retaining the sunroof actuator (1).




4. Disconnect the sunroof actuator harness from the express module harness.
5. Pull the actuator straight down to disengage the drive gear.
6. Remove the actuator from the sunroof.

Installation Procedure




1. Position the actuator (1) to the sunroof.
2. Push the actuator straight in. This will engage the drive gear into the position encoding system module.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

3. Install the sunroof actuator retaining screws.

Tighten the sunroof actuator screws to 3 Nm (27 lb in).




4. Connect the sunroof actuator harness to the express module harness.
5. Install the tie strap to the wiring harness.
6. Check the operation of the sunroof to all positions.
7. Install the headliner. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (Service and Repair) in Interior Trim.