Sunroof Drive Cable Replacement

SUNROOF DRIVE CABLE REPLACEMENT

TOOLS REQUIRED
J 38043 Sunroof T-wrench

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the sunroof window.
2. Use J 38043 in the sunroof motor slot and manually lower the sunroof guides to the closed position.
3. Disconnect the sunroof motor/actuator.




4. From above the vehicle, remove the left and the right cable retainer fasteners from the sunroof.
5. Remove the retainers.




6. Lift the sunroof drive cable end out of the guide assembly.
7. Hold the sunroof drive cable guide tubes in position.
8. Pull the sunroof drive cables out of the guide tubes.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Hold the sunroof drive cable tubes in position.

IMPORTANT: Do not kink the cables. Replace the cables if they are kinked. Replace the cables in pairs. Sunroof cables have a flexible sealer at the tray assembly. Ensure that the seal is not broken during cable removal or installation.

2. Push the sunroof drive cables into the guide tubes.
3. Engage the sunroof drive cables into the guide assemblies.




4. Install the sunroof drive cable retainers. Seat the cable housing flair firmly into the module tray groove.
5. Connect the sunroof motor/actuator.
6. Install the sunroof window.