Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Saturn Ion Red Line, 2004 Saturn Ion 3, 2004 Saturn Ion 2, and 2004 Saturn Ion 1. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

IMPORTANT: A new sunroof module assembly does not include the sunroof window or the sunshade as components. You must install the old sunroof window and sunshade to the new sunroof module assembly.

Remove the sunshade panel. Refer to Sunroof Sunshade Panel Replacement .
Remove the sunroof window. Refer to Sunroof Window Replacement .
Remove the headliner. Refer to Headliner Replacement (w/ Sunroof) or Headliner Replacement (w/o Sunroof) in Interior Trim.
Disconnect the electrical connector on the sunroof actuator.

Fig 1: View Of Sunroof Motor/Actuator Electrical Connector

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Disconnect the electrical connector from the sunroof module.
Disconnect the drain hoses from the drain spouts on the front sunroof.

Fig 2: View Of Sunroof Front Drain Hose

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Disconnect the drain hoses from the drain spouts on the rear sunroof module.

Fig 3: View Of Sunroof Rear Drain Hose

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IMPORTANT: Remove the 2 center bolts last in order to help support the sunroof module to the roof ring.

Remove the bolts that secure the sunroof module to the roof.
Remove the 2 bolts that secure the sunroof to the roof ring.
With an assistant, lower and remove the sunroof module assembly out through the passenger side door.

Fig 4: View Of Sunroof Module Assembly

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