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Tools Required

J 38043 Sunroof T-Wrench

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the sunroof window. Refer Sunroof Glass Panel Replacement .
  2. Use the J 38043 in the sunroof motor slot and manually lower the sunroof guides to the closed position.
  3. Disconnect the sunroof actuator.

  4. Object Number: 294346  Size: SH
  5. From above the vehicle, remove the left and right sunroof cable retainer fasteners.
  6. Remove the retainers.

  7. Object Number: 294349  Size: SH
  8. Lift the drive cable end out of the guide assembly.
  9. Hold the sunroof cable guide tubes in position.
  10. Pull the cables out of the sunroof cable guide tubes.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 294349  Size: SH

    Important: 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.

  1. Hold the cable tubes in position.
  2. Push the sunroof drive cables into the guide tubes.
  3. Do not kink the cables.

  4. Engage the cables into the guide assemblies.

  5. Object Number: 294346  Size: SH
  6. Install the cable retainers.
  7. Ensure the cable housing flair is seated into the module tray groove.

  8. Connect the sunroof actuator. Refer to Sunroof Actuator Replacement.
  9. Install the sunroof window. Refer to Sunroof Glass Panel Replacement .