The sunroof should be moved so that it is under even pressure on all sides. (passenger side is one inch lower than driver side. See this Used 2020 Volvo XC90 in Huntington, NY. When I removed the glass panel and stood it on its end water dripped out. It comes about halfway forward to close and then if you pull the button, will come another couple inches, . Install a new moonroof seal, if you can get one. There may be an issue with these switches as to positioning when the motor stops, but bear in mind it is possible to toss the motor and use a crank/manual version from another model. by brandonbeach14 12 May 2011, 14:31, Post Swap the manual for the power parts. 2018 XC90 Sun Shade roof stuck open? The pull the red and blue wire to the switch which you have fitted in a spare switch socket and attach red to red and blue to blue. Do you mean when you use the switch just like how you retract the shade one more time (after the shade has fully retracted), the sunroof glass won't move? White 2016 Volvo XC90 T6 Inscription AWD Automatic with Geartronic I4 . How is the perforated sunroof cover during mid summer day. The sunroofs are usually covered with a transparent glass, which allows people to see through it. It should sit down slightly from the roof but there should be no gaps. Replace the screws leaving them loose so the sunroof can be adjusted for height, which will be done now. Sale Record (dealer auction) Honolulu, HI, 96819. in 2 hours, 34,525 mi. BTW, if the motor moves you will have to retime the motor :-) more on this later. The car was purchased and driven off lot in pristine condition. There are black plastic cam followers that activate one microswitch each on the top and bottom cams. Now there are 4 bolts with an 8mm head. The secret to lack of motion is most likely binding in the up and down motion of the panel. The functionality of Volvo sunroofs is also very simple, and they can be opened by just pushing one button. Thanks. To the parking voucher offer. They are at the back of the sunroof, one left and one on right. Are they ok, are screws missing or are they loose? Any suggestions? Perhaps there is an individual in the service department that is not as careful as they need to be. If sunroof is in closed position push sunroof button to rotate the motor CCW to the closed position. Canvas tops, for example, can be easily slashed by aspiring car thieves. Re-Aligning the Crank Gears While Aligning the Sunroof. to close the panoramic roof from ventilation position. You should also see a number of Torx screws. Steve. Adjust these so that leading edge of sunroof is 1 MM lower than car roof.Adjust trailing edge 1 MM higher than car roof. [Editor] Using Mobil 1 Spray Lube, Superlube, or Valvoline Synpower clear spray oils, spray the following: Operate the sunroof to spread the oil and be able to see any spots you missed. Snap the strips back in place and you are done. They can be easily found by looking at the pan for where they protruce. If it's still not working, try the same procedure with the sunroof fully open -- this should successfully reset. High Gloss Black Front Grille with Chrome Inserts, ''CleanZone'' Air Quality System and Pollen Filter, 12.3 Active TFT Crystal Driver's Information Display, 18'' 6 Spoke (Diamond Cut/Black) with 235/55 Tyres, 1x Front USB, 2-Zone Electronic Climate 2018 18,985 miles Trade Petrol 1,969 cc 30,270 39 mins ago 20 The water then reappeared above the guide rails and hence the leak. Look for warping, physical damage etc. Place a blanket on the roof in front of the opening to avoid any scratches. 4. Tollys Creeping Crack Cure. If a worm has broken, perhaps, but cleaning in situ should suffice. This happens to me every time I do a battery. If it is electric, there may be electrical problems with motor, switches, wires and fuses, which I will not deal with. It's likely to be the switch- replacement is pretty straightforward. Finally, the last possible situation of a sunroof noise on Volvo XC90 is that it takes place when you drive, even with the sunroof closed, and that this noise is close to a grinding noise. I . Always operate the panoramic roof with caution. by 1 Turn the ignition switch to position 1. http://www.midlandchandlers.co.uk/searchresults.aspx?searchterm=capt. Loosen the four screws with M5 8 mm socket and lift the glass. BADVIN Premium Report. Jump to Latest Follow 1 - 7 of 7 Posts. [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. I only left disconnected for a couple of minutes before trying each above. There are four copper colored screw, two per side side. Spraying the area with soapy water kept the butyl from sticking before it was fully tucked under the seal. The sunroof roof itself is only held into place by 6-8 screws, and lifts out once you gain access to these and remove them. The local dealer says the "stop" mechanism in the motor has failed and the only solution is to replace the motor or live with the nuisance. Might be a good idea in your case since you are concerned about the hoses being clogged. You will see two spring loaded hooks which are attached to the sunroof liner and hooked to the sunroof. 07-16-2004, 07:28 AM #5. barrysharp. This will expose all parts, and adjustment screws. Do this once per year. So with a little time to clean up and reseal then placing the main seal back , no more leaks. Key features of this 2017 Volvo XC90Momentum in Beaverton, OR GPS Navigation Blind Spot Monitor Rear View Camera Bluetooth Heated Seats Leather Seats Third Row Seats Sunroof Condition USED Mileage 93,152 MPG 20 City / 25 Hwy Body Style SUV Exterior Color Brown Interior Color Yellow Transmission Automatic Drive Train AWD Fuel Type Gasoline Lift the lower edges and they snap right out. Bluetooth technology is built into this Volvo XC90, keeping your hands on the steering wheel and your focus on the road. The second groove is closed at the top and open at the bottom, providing secondary (but pivotal) support for the venting mechanism. The interesting thing was what I noticed when I examined NEWER Volvos. 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 connector can be finnagled out without full removal. Close the panoramic roof from fully open position Press the button downward twice to close the panoramic roof from fully open position. I have not tried this, but it may actually be easier if you have a second pair of hands. You must log in or register to reply here. Anyway, my first assumption drawn from incidental "looks" at the piece was that the responsibility for anti-rattle lay with the two horizontally mounted springs under the flap (parallel to flap). Transfer the spring to the new control mechanism and place the new one where the old one was, make sure the small plastic covered tab is in it's slot and on top of the flat metal 'spring'. 7 MAX 18" . multifunction sunroof moonroof This should recalibrate the system. Sunroof Alignment: Won't Retract Properly. 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. Any other ideas:? The sunroof may not open or close properly if it is damaged or has been opened and closed a lot. care for silicone adhesive, and I would use weatherstrip cement to Install the front screws, then the side screws . Sunroof Stuck Open: Check Electricals. I tried all the methods found on this forum and around the web without success. the cables at a spot putting it out of synch. accessory fuses, but they look good. If this happens, the interior of your car will become wet due to the rain coming in through the roof. It was then that I noticed water between the weather seal and glass on my glass panel. [Rick Tilghman] Over time the sealing ring around the sunroof's edge becomes worn and frayed, allowing water to leak in regardless of how the roof is seated. It can also be used for ventilation. Reinstall the gear to the roof. Sand contacts lightly with sandpaper. Mark where it stops. [Dave Rogers] If your car has a sunroof, replacing the headliner is more difficult. Remove the side screws and then the front screws. I will discuss adjustment and control mechanism replacement. Doing this will allow for proper control mechanism centering, a procedure I needed to repeat. There are some plastic glides that slip over the end of the panel where it moves in the side guides. When that happens you get some weird behaviour like the emergency flashers going off after the car sits a while and the sun roof will not open. The sunroof is still stuck shut. You should periodically clean your sunroof tracks, so that debris does not accumulate in those tracks. Great to hear it may be a simple fix! Pivots, levers, and hinges visible from inside the car. The moonroof tray won't do this; it will deal with only small If the sunroof does not work, it could be due to a blockage or debris clogging the sunroof. I hope my conclusion about wear to the Is there some other solution? [JMars ] If you can get the sunroof to open, you can sometimes work from the top down. 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. If no 12V supply is available (I use an old Sun computer power supply) test in the car (see below). But don't align the gear points directly with the three level plunger - they will interfere when putting the cover back on. You might consider using a little Loctite on them to make certain they don't loosen. First, raise it to the vent position and from the outside, press down on the inner panel to locate the spring clips. Sometimes the transmission will slip on Get Volvocars involved if your dealer is giving you trouble. A dead motor means that the sunroof is not able to open or close. I don't know where to start ? Now re-connect the ground lead on the battery and test sunroof. Now just pull the whole assembly out through the top. I hand rolled the butyl until it was about the diameter of spaghetti & used the plastic card to stuff it between the external seal & the glass. Remove the metal stock wind deflector and it should reveal the motor driven gear where it engages the cables. Had I spotted it before I removed the entire sunroof, I could have undone the 4 bolts holding the glass panel and changed the seal with all other trim and fixtures in place. These batteries last about 7-8 years and when they give out your alarm siren will no longer work. Volvos manufacturing facility is located in Gothenburg, Sweden. You now have direct access to the runners and internal sunroof components. If you try this yourself, I suggest parking the car out in the sun for a couple days after, as the sun's heat will help the butyl seep into any holes under the seal. Local Home Delivery Available!, AWD, Leather. A little investigation showed the water was Obviously when the car was built, the motor was installed first and then covered by the headliner. Thanks again. Pressing the close button doesn't do anything, the shade is not moving. [Response: Dennis Jeong ] Tilt the roof up and pull both of the cover flap spring rod loose (it pulls toward the rear of the car). A sunroof is a large opening in the roof of a vehicle that allows sunlight to come into the vehicle and to brighten up the interior. The message will appear if there is a problem. Make sure the sunroof itself sits in the roof properly, i.e. [Inquiry:] We just got an 89 740GL, the owner said that the sunroof only leaked when washed with a high pressure spray. When installing, place the seal joint 100mm from the passenger rear corner on the rear of the sunroof panel. Get in the car and close the doors. It's just under three feet long, about a half inch wide, grooved eighth inch high. 6. Sunroof Removal. When I checked mine, I found two screws VERY loose and one about to fall out. Not exactly sure about # of turns. Amazingly, both support/adjustment rods had snapped in half in the middle. There are (2?) The first and most important step is to determine the extent of your sunroof problem. Sales: 317-528-9850. Moonroofs. RIP, S60 2011+ and V60 2015+ and XC60 2010-2018, 240, 740, 760, 780, Bertone, 940, 960, V90, S90, 120, 130, 140, 164, PV series, Duett, 210, 1800. Should I disconnect the battery again and then do it? When you have adjusted one side to match the other, re-install the motor and try it electrically. Key features of this 2021 Volvo XC90 Momentum in Austin, TX GPS Navigation Blind Spot Monitor Bluetooth Rear View Camera Heated Seats Leather Seats Third Row Seats Sunroof Condition USED Mileage 24,909 MPG 19 City / 28 Hwy Body Style SUV Exterior Color Gray Interior Color Gray Transmission Automatic Drive Train AWD Fuel Type Gasoline Engine 4 Cyl I'm having an issue with the hatch not opening, has anyone else experienced this? Use a screwdriver to depress the bearing and turn the screw to manually operate the roof. Sorry to hear that, I have a annual membership in a local car wash and I wash my car sometimes every other day and never had an issue although it is not a touch free wash (free dealer carwash is too far and way too slow). sunroof won't open. S/V 90 Sunroof Sag: I loosened the 4 bolts and am at the top of the adjustment with none left and a noticable sag. Thankfully mine was under warranty. The adjustment screws on my sunroof were maxed, and the sunroof was still low. They were released around the same time. I used a lightweight mallet - no damage to be done because the fabric was being replaced. This may take some trial and error but if the motor is working correctly you'll figure it out eventually - HeHe. It does not matter if the area to be sealed is damp, even so I blow out the surround with high pressure air to remove as much water and debris, before applying CTCCC. If the motor works normally it is likely your sunroof is binding and you should drop the headliner and dive headfirst into that problem, If motor still just clicks test the motor itself by putting 12V across the actual motor terminals (not the connector) and see if the motor runs smoothly. dry inside. Seized sunroof motor. [Tip from Rick Tilghman] There are two adjustable screw brackets that allow you to alter the sitting position of the sunroof (silver coppery color, one on either side in the back to control the angle of the "vent"). Align the control mechanisms with the slots for the small plastic covered tabs, slight back and forth motion works here. On ours it's the switch. These are the procedures I used to fix my sunroof. Used 2021 Volvo XC90 R-Design White in Edmonton, AB at Kross Mitsubishi - Call us now 780-465-5252 for more information about this Stock #UNT649. by beetlebob 13 May 2011, 12:50, Post Problem in the switch(es) internal to the motor unit. 2019 VOLVO XC90 - YV4102PK3K1503250 - Sale Record. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. On this disk are three cams. around the tubes which the cables run in is supposed to be filled with It hasn't leaked since. Open the panoramic roof fully Take hold of the button and pull it backward twice to fully open the panoramic roof. Vehicle History's team of automotive experts brings you the most accurate and up-to-date used car information. The crank mechanism needs to be centered properly, otherwise it will need to be re-centered. There are 5 different sources available. If this happens, the sunroof may not open and close properly. 2 Operate the sunroof switch to position the sunroof in the tilt position, then release the switch. A blown fuse means that there is a short in the circuit. I don't have a manual yet so I'm not sure how this is supposed to work. Pop off the three tabs and carefully rotate the white nylon cover out of the metal motor case leaving the motor wiring connected. Do not try to operate the sunroof at this time since it is loose and the liner would be pushed back into the bowels of the car never to see the light of day! This is not the case, it just rained and the headliner is wet. Having read other posts from brickers about this annoyance, I thought I'd post my results. You will see a large slotted screw, possibly with a ball bearing in the middle of it. It is possible for these screws to become loose with time and allow the sunroof to drop down a bit to the lowest possible sisting position. The seal sits on the bottom lip and can be removed by pressing down on it. Sunroofs are also made of plastic or aluminum, depending on the model of car. Other car I worked on was a crank-driven roof on an 85 740 GLE, but I think there was no involvement with these cables, except to unclip 'em when the panel came out? 6 hours ago, 0000 mi. If the motor still just clicks then it will likely one of the two microswitches located in the timing gear cover. Well, I have tried every suggestion above with no results as well as the calibration process in the Haynes Manual. Go to the junkyard and find a donor with a manual cover and crank and remove the handle, the gear mechanism, the plastic trim and ALL screws. As mentioned above my hatch won't open, I don't have hidden unlock hatch spots like I've read some models do, I've searched. 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