Sometimes the transmission will slip on Vehicle History's team of automotive experts brings you the most accurate and up-to-date used car information. Roof Hatch. The rear just does not lift high enough. I have already pulled the fuses and the other int. My 89 740 has one and it makes driving with sunroof open quiet even at 75 mphwell, not silent but quiet. [Tips from George Holmer] To convert your manual sunroof to a electric one and enjoy the luxury of a smooth, button operated opening and closing of the sunroof, simply do as follows: At a breakers yard, find a sunroof motor, a motor cover colour matched to your headlining and a switch matching your dash style. This piece of metal is inadequate for the job, and over time the piece breaks from the combination of upward force applied via the levering and downward pull via springs and resistance. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. Compressed air works but might either compress the blockage or burst the tubes apart deep with the pillars, so go easy. I don't have a manual yet so I'm not sure how this is supposed to work. [Editor] To clear blockages in the tubes, use a long cable with a non-snagging end or a narrower vinyl tube so you can rotate it within the drain tube as it is pushed down from the sunroof. accessory fuses, but they look good. Get a new one from Volvo, and it comes with a short piece of cable and the connector. Because of this and the extender bar, the pull from the springs and general downward is dissipated over the entire arm, eliminating the possibility of breakage. Emergency Retraction. Slip the headliner off of the exterior. Any help on Ask an Expert Car Questions Volvo Troubleshooting VOLVO-Sebastien, Mechanic Satisfied Customers My experience is your guarantee 20 years of work with over 5.000 satisfied. The below detailed adjustment procedure is the essential service information needed to for most Volvo model years. Fits C30, S40, V50 CH -220048. They all work loose over time and will cause the drive teeth and/or the drive cables to bind, wear out or get the lid misaligned and then the roof will not close. Engine control module. Front air deflector hinges and side pivot arm pins. Procedure to Remove Sunroof Panel (see also Warren Bain's notes above). How to open sunroof instructions for Volvo XC60 xc70 xc90 . Is there an internal fuse in the motor? They should have used two switches instead of trying to cram it all into one switch. This makes water drain into the car behind the dashboard and below the carpet. (I do have a wagon, so it is easy). Fix: vent the sunroof; from the outside undo the two springs that hold the headliner sunroof panel to the sunroof; use a long screwdriver to tighten the adjustment screws down while holding the sunroof at the desired angle. We are open for Sales and Service, learn how our processes have been optimized for safety. If these do not drain, chances are the drain is blocked or the hose is kinked. You can see these at the corner of the sunroof. This can be caused by circuit overload from a damaged wire or a faulty motor/switch. dry inside. I carefully filled the area with plumbers putty, just enough to contact The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other. Open case carefully to avoid spring, switch assembly from flying behind/over/under workbench. lock car and wait 1 Minute (this will set the alarm system even if siren is bad). The interesting thing was what I noticed when I examined NEWER Volvos. I greatly appreciated the personal contact and follow up. The result that when the motor Turn the motor manually with a screwdriver to ensure the three level plunger in the cover will fall somewhere between the three timing points on the timing gear. Seems to be happening to a lot of '88's lately. Unsolder just one side of the common copper ribbon holding the microswitches together (just one side is good, leave the other side attached to the other switch). The timing gear has three alignment points on three levels which correspond to vent, closed and full open. Also seemed to have lost power to reading lights in overhead console, and vanity lights in both visors. With switches free test each one for high resistance through the normally closed circuit - the front (blue or red) connections to side terminals. [John Seaton]. CH -589999. I will not discuss the more involved procedures, cable replacement, sealing strip replacement, cable sleeve replacement or complete removal of the frame. [Tip from Lawrence] With the sunroof in the vent position, release the springs so the sunroof will lay flat (you will need to use needle nose pliers to reach underneath to release the spring, the spring holds the sunroof headliner to the sunroof). 2007 XC70 2001 Ram 2500 Cummins Turbo Diesel 2008 R55 MINI S Clubman 07-30-2017, 06:26 PM #7 Leto Atreides II Sunroof Removal. We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. Debris that is washed down from the rear window drains can clog up the 90 degree plastic fitting which can flood your trunk and cause the sunroof drains to back up.The front tubes go down the A pillars and exit behind the front wheel; the rear go down the C pillars and then through the rear quarter panel, draining behind the wheel. CH 198453-. You should now have a track assembly and the sunroof. There are four in the front and (depending on model) two on either side in the middle, and two on either side in the back. It looks good sunroof tries to close but reopens immediately. Sunroof Stuck Open: Check Electricals. As seen above, with help from Experts online and if you are mechanically inclined, you can troubleshoot problems yourself. When you have determined the extent of the problem and want to continue, open the sunroof to the ventilation position. I pulled the seal off to find that water had been getting under the seal and managing to track around the glass panel thanks to Volvo's crap attempt at sealing the glass to the frame. 2000 S70 GLT SE with 29,000 miles!! Punch rivets through with small screwdriver. Close the sunroof and open the sunshield. Sunroof Motor Replace the sunroof motor in your 2015 Volvo XC60 to correct a sunroof that is stuck open or moving slow, or if your sunroof just doesn't work. headliner. Most likely you will see that the screw/worm that drives the roof back on either side will be gummed up with old grease/lube, in typical Volvo fashion; I found that liberal doses of WD40 loosened the goo so it was possible to remove a lot of it. [Diagnosis:] If your guides are not broken then you may just be out of adjustment. Once the sunroof has stopped, recalibration is complete. Now, you have to wire it in. There are a couple of causes for this issue. Mine had a seized drive motor armature bearing and all worked fine when this was freed off. Customer: 10 minute JA: What's the model of your '10 Volvo? [Inquiry:] We just got an 89 740GL, the owner said that the sunroof only leaked when washed with a high pressure spray. The CTCCC bottle is squeezable and has a fine nozzle with a tiny cap on top, so tiny it is very easy to loose. About. Doing this will allow for proper control mechanism centering, a procedure I needed to repeat. These two levers, one on either side of the sunroof running parellel to the car's direction, control the venting action and sitting height of the sunroof. [Inquiry] I tried adjusting my sunroof's sitting position, but it is currently maxed out and is STILL sagging below the roofline. They are fairly obvious and easy to access with needle-nose pliers. by DGM 25 Jul 2011, 05:14, Post Loosen the four screws with M5 8 mm socket and lift the glass. This problem is apparently limited to earlier production models, but it is possible that later years could experience the same problem if excessive downward force is applied to the sunroof (a luggage carrier comes to mind). Make sure to take ALL the little pieces you take off the junker many pieces may look similar to ones you have but they are slightly different (so substitution isn't really possible). Once this is completed you may notice your flap riding high and failing toclose properly generally a side effect of pushing the flap up to get it unhooked and playing with it over time. About Us; . [Inquiry:] My sunroof motor has died and I do not want to spend $400-500 to replace with a new Volvo motor. Ninearrow: I replaced fuse #38 which was in the left dashboard panel (open driver door to see end of panel). Now just pull the whole assembly out through the top. Sunroof Motor Replace the sunroof motor in your 2016 Volvo XC60 to correct a sunroof that is stuck open or moving slow, or if your sunroof just doesn't work. ENGINE Having read other posts from brickers about this annoyance, I thought I'd post my results. Install the motor. You may have to adjust any slight bend out when you put it all back in. Around here they sell the whole thing for about $29.00. Right where the headliner panel slides over the tray there This resulted in the glass moving forward slowly every time it was closed. The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional". Every time I try to close it is move towards the closed position but reverses right back up to stay in tilt. Alternator Issues: The alternator may fail to charge the battery, which could cause the vehicle not to start. The tracks at the rear of the panel move the panel up and down, either to pull it down before retracting or to pop the rear of the panel up for the 'vent' position, and if they are damaged or too gunked up, they will resist opening. Turning the screw with a screwdriver will depress the button and allow you to move the sunroof BUT, it also adjusts the stop location for open and closed. S60 Sunroof not working. CTCCC instruction say apply at 30 minute intervals until the crack is filled. Sunroof shade stuck open Got the sunroof shade stuck in the open position after opening the roof to 100%. Sunroof: Replace Motor with Crank. 1. Blast. wicking under the front cover for the sunroof mechanism. This is not the case, it just rained and the headliner is wet. Sunroof Alignment: Won't Retract Properly, Sunroof Won't Stop at Close: Motor Defective, Electric Sunroof Motor Needs to Be Zeroed, Removing the Sunroof Pan to Replace the Headliner. Have been doing this for several years and works every time. However, when problems arise it can be troublesome and sometimes immediate action is required since an open or stuck sunroof can prove to be inconvenient and unsafe. It Pulled fuse to check. [Inquiry] I removed my crank to try to adjust the position of the sunroof. If that fails locally, try calling the used parts suppliers who advertise at the Brickboard. Look up at the now-exposed inside of the sunroof outer panel. The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. Go back inside the car and push the headliner back in its slot, but not too far in lest it get jammed, as it likes to do; everything is now revealed. How extensive is it to perform, or is it a square peg into a round hole Do you know of a good aftermarket manual crank or motor unit available? The panel just sits on the tracks in the front, and is actually a loose fit. If you need to replace the pre-molded steel first bet is a junkyard brick, second bet is the hardware store (you just need a piece of thin and lightly maleable steel in the appropriate dimensions), final is Volvo (maybe they should be first, but something tells me they don't supply this piece separately). The adjustment screws on my sunroof were maxed, and the sunroof was still low. Replace your sunroof supports and mechanics with the newer design from a junker. I have removed clips and springs per FAQ but the liner will not slide back to reveal mechanicals does anyone have a secret weapon for adjusting the worm drive when the motor is still in your way. These are the procedures I used to fix my sunroof. This happens to me every time I do a battery. You can pop off the two lenses, take out two torx screws that hold the plastic panel up and there you will see your sunroof motor and its control box. You should also see a number of Torx screws. My switch had 63 Ohms across these terminals when they should've been around 1-2 Ohms. if so, you might have damage to the control box. [Response: W. Bain] I have a manual crank in my '86 744Ti and it is blissful. It seems the glass is bonded onto a metal frame. Replace the circlips, again needle nose pliers work here. This bond had gone in places and was letting water through. Read this tread carefully. [Tip from Jim Urban] Don't know if you are aware of this, but: to zero out the power motor: I measured the voltage at each side of the fuse while moving the overhead button to every position. Cable Attachments Loose. Re-install, adjust, and problem solved. Replace the mechanisms by removing the two SMALL circlips with a small screwdriver. Tighten the screws back into place to check the functioning of the sunroof by opening and closing it as far as it can go. [Qeury] My sunroof motor loosened up on the right side and now my panel is off kilter. Sunroof: Replace Crank with Motor. Once you push the sunroof headliner out of the way, you can reach everything else. This should recalibrate the system. If motor doesn't stop in same position, adjust it using a screwdriver. Repair: The fix for this is nasty and tedious, but it is doable and inexpensive if you have access to a junkyard. Are they ok, are screws missing or are they loose? The cover has something like plumbers putty to waterproof it, so you might want to have some putty on hand. Sunroof Motor. Test by opening the sunroof and pouring water into the side of the sunroof pan, then looking for the water to flow freely out the drains. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads. As I recall, they are involved with split-rings, diabolically small and determined to shoot far under your workbench. Electric Sunroof Motor Overhaul. by robertabarnes 30 Jul 2011, 12:04, Post Remove the screws from the front of the pan. Open the roof to the vent position. Tablet key won't stay in -- pops out immediately, so I can't start car, Volvo shop got it work 2 days ago, but t, Yes , have attempted to reset switch holding30 sec,s both directions, Sunroof curtain stuck in the middle. If your electric sunroof will not retract, you can manually close it using a screwdriver. Engine Control Module. If you have a manual roof, after it reaches the closed position you feel a bit of resistance; you then continue moving the crank in the closed direction and the rear of the roof should pop up to the 'vent' position. Fits XC60 (2009 - 2017) Sunroof Motor. This little procedure will save you $100's of dollars. To deal with this issue, remove the A pillar panels off to inspect the hose and elbow. Connect a Jump Start Battery or Jumper Cables to the battery terminals in the engine bay. If yours doesn't have 'em, forgive my 'old' moment. Close the sunroof and make adjustments. If it is electric, there may be electrical problems with motor, switches, wires and fuses, which I will not deal with. They have more nationwide connections. I'd imagine that the water goes past that seal and into that black gutter type thing on the aft side and drains overboard. The two main causes of a stuck sunroof are a lack of power and debris stuck in the sunroof's tracks. CH -220048. Then move one cable using a flat blade screwdriver. Or possibly the car has to run through a few drive cycles before everything comes back online? Sometimes, persistence paid off and the roof would close after a few tries, but on other occasions, the only way to get it to close was to remove the plastic panel covering the motor and with a large common screwdriver turn the drive shaft 1/4 turn in the closed direction (as evidenced by movement of the roof) after which the motor would respond to the switch input. If your roof does not move at all, you must NOT pry up the rear edge manually as there are cast tracks at the rear of the panel that hold it in place and you will break, bend, or damage the tracks, roof or the panel. Debris that creeps onto the sunroof pan can also clog the drain outlets in the pan corners. Also the roof is rarely cleaned or lubricated: if this is done carefully, the only thing to do is to replace worn/broken bits and then adjust the 4 adjusting screws, one at each corner. The device that is connected to the motor/crank via screw cables slides back and forth in these tracks, raising and lowering the panel, which will not be possible unless you can move the crank/motor. Pressing the close button doesn't do anything, the shade is not moving. the cables at a spot putting it out of synch. It should sit down slightly from the roof but there should be no gaps. They can be easily found by looking at the pan for where they protruce. This follows a few weeks of CLICCLICKLCLIK when opened/closed, and some erratic operation. You should see a rod across the middle, the track runners, etc. The other possibility could be a faulty circuit breaker itself. 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