Sunroof / Moonroof: Description and Operation

Sunroof Function

All moving functions of sunroof with glass panel can be performed with ignition switched on.

After the ignition is switched off, these functions are available until the driver or passenger door is opened.

The opening of glass panel for sliding and tilt position is pre-selected using the rotary switch.

On the rotary switch, there are markings for preset sliding and tilt positions of the glass panel.

Opening the sunroof in the so-called comfort position prevents most driving noise which may occur when open completely.

Switch for automatic preset





The sunroof with glass panel is equipped with a closing force limit. Glass panel runs in the opposite direction if it runs into an obstruction during the closing or opening procedure from the tilt or sliding position.

There is also an emergency closing function. If there are problems closing, sunroof with glass panel can be forced closed by pressing the preselector, which must be located in the "sunroof closed" position.

For the emergency close function, the closing force limit is deactivated.

The drive motor for sunroof with glass panel is protected against overheating via a running time limit. The protective mechanism activates after approximately two minutes of uninterrupted operation. Operation can only be resumed after a cool-down period.

If current fails, sunroof with glass panel can be moved at drive motor using a hex wrench. The hex key wrench is located in a holder on the back side of the molded headliner near the cutout for the rear light unit.