Removal Procedure

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Remove the sunroof window. Refer to Sunroof Window Replacement .
It is only necessary to lower the headliner. Only do those steps in the headliner replacement procedure that will lower the headliner enough to gain access to the part. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement .
Disconnect the electrical connector from the sunroof motor/actuator.
Remove the motor/actuator. Refer to Sunroof Motor/Actuator Replacement .

Fig 1: Sunroof Track Cams And Timing Holes

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NOTE:

The motor Must be removed to perform this step.

Slide the left and right cams (1) froward until the timing holes (2) comes into view.

Fig 2: Sunroof Track Cams And Timing Marks

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Ensure that the timing marks (2, 3) are in line with both sunroof cams.

Fig 3: Sunroof Track Dowel Pins And Holes

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NOTE:

Both sunroof cams should now be in the forward position.

Insert a dowel pin (1) in the holes (2) on both sides of the sunroof frame to hold the cams in position while remove the motor/actuator.