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Sunroof / Moonroof: Description and Operation






Panorama Sunroof

Panorama Sunroof Function

The panorama sunroof is installed only in the Golf Wagon and Jetta Wagon.

The panorama sunroof only works when the ignition is switched on.

After ignition is switched off, the movement functions can be performed until either the driver or front passenger door is opened.

The opening of front glass panel for sliding and tilt position is pre-selected using the rotary switch - 1 -.





Opening the glass sunroof in the so-called comfort setting - 4 - prevents most driving noise which may occur when open completely.

The glass sunroof can be tilted and closed by pulling or pushing the rotary switch.

The buttons for opening the sunshade - 2 - and closing the sunshade - 3 - are integrated in the rotary switch.

The panorama sunroof is equipped with pinch protection. When an obstruction is met during the closing sequence from the lifting or sliding position, the glass sunroof panel opens again by itself.

In addition, there is an emergency close function. If there are problems closing the panorama sunroof, it can be forced closed by pulling on the back end of the rotary switch. The rotary switch must be in the "Sunroof closed" position.

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

The motor for the sunroof has overheat protection, which activates under different conditions. After the sunroof motor has cooled down, the sunroof can be used again.

The front glass sunroof and be moved manually if the electrical system malfunctions. Refer to --> [ Operating without Electricity ] Operating Without Electricity.