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Pinpoint Test C: The Roof Opening Panel Rattles




Roof Opening Panel

Pinpoint Tests

Pinpoint Test C: The Roof Opening Panel Rattles

Normal Operation

When the roof opening panel glass is completely closed, it is flush with the roof panel. All components should be secured correctly.

This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:
- Incorrect roof opening panel glass alignment
- Roof opening panel lifter assemblies
- Roof opening panel tracks
- Roof opening panel drain channels and guides
- Roof opening panel shield
- Roof opening panel assembly


PINPOINT TEST C: THE ROOF OPENING PANEL RATTLES

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C1 CHECK THE ROOF OPENING PANEL GLASS OPERATION

- Check the roof opening panel glass during operation.
- Is the roof opening panel glass loose?

Yes
ALIGN the roof opening panel. REFER to Roof Opening Panel Alignment Adjustments. VERIFY all bolts are tightened to specification. TEST the system for normal operation.

No
GO to C2.

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C2 CHECK THE ROOF OPENING PANEL TRACKS

- Open the roof opening panel glass.
- Check the tracks for obstructions or signs of damage.
- Are the tracks OK?

Yes
GO to C3.

No
REMOVE any obstructions. REPAIR the roof opening panel tracks as necessary. TEST the system for normal operation.

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C3 CHECK THE DRAIN CHANNELS AND GUIDES

- Check the drain channel and channel guides for any loose fasteners or obstructions.
- Is the drain channel installed securely and free from foreign material?

Yes
GO to C4.

No
REMOVE all foreign material from the drain channel and INSTALL securely. TEST the system for normal operation.

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C4 CHECK THE ROOF OPENING PANEL SHIELD

- Check the roof opening panel shield for correct installation.
- Is the roof opening panel shield installed correctly?

Yes
GO to C5.

No
INSTALL the opening shield correctly. REFER to Roof Opening Panel Shield Roof Opening Panel Shield. TEST the system for normal operation.

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C5 CHECK THE ROOF OPENING PANEL

- Make sure the roof opening panel frame, drain tubes and wire harnesses are free from obstructions and damage, and are securely fastened.
- Is the roof opening panel assembly OK?

Yes
The system is operating normally.

No
REPAIR as necessary. TEST the system for normal operation.

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