Description And Operation: Description
The sunroof has two motors (1), each secured by three screws to the underside of the front sunroof frame member and concealed above the headliner. The motor to the left of center operates the sliding glass mechanism, while the motor to the right of center operates the power sunshade mechanism.
The sunroof and sunshade motor are interchangeable and configure themselves to either sunroof or sunshade operation through a configuration pin in the sunshade connector of the sunroof wire harness. Each sunroof motor (5) is a reversible, 12-volt Direct Current (DC), permanent magnet motor with internal thermal protection.
Each motor is connected mechanically to the sunroof or sunshade drive gear (4) through a right angle drive, gear reduction transmission (3). Each motor also is connected electrically to an on-board electronic control unit (2) that has an integral connector receptacle (1) that connects the unit to the vehicle electrical system through a dedicated take out and connector of the sunroof wire harness.
The sunroof motor or sunshade motor cannot be repaired. If ineffective or damaged, the entire motor must be replaced. Refer to MOTOR, SUNROOF, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .