If your electric sunroof will not retract, you can manually close it using a screwdriver. Electric Sunroof Alignment. You may want to tack the ends down with a little glue (like RTV or silicone sealant) if it won't stay seated. 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? My switch had 63 Ohms across these terminals when they should've been around 1-2 Ohms. 3 Press the switch again for at least 5 seconds, so the sunroof closes. Front air deflector hinges and side pivot arm pins. If this happens, the interior of your car will become wet due to the rain coming in through the roof. When you have determined the extent of the problem and want to continue, open the sunroof to the ventilation position. Get back on the road and enjoy the ride. The sunroof should be moved so that it is under even pressure on all sides. You will see two spring loaded hooks which are attached to the sunroof liner and hooked to the sunroof. Do this once per year. Sunroof isn't flush with roof when closed. Also, would this have anything to so with the alarm service notice. This should recalibrate the system. Obviously when the car was built, the motor was installed first and then covered by the headliner. Sunroof Motor/Crank Preventive Maintenance For everyone with a sunroof in a 200, 700 and 900: Remove the crank handle and tighten the gear assembly screws. The sunroof Press and hold the switch for at least five seconds, so that the sunroof closes. I will discuss adjustment and control mechanism replacement. Cable Attachments Loose. If your roof does not move at all, you must NOT pry up the rear edge manually as there are cast tracks at the rear of the panel that hold it in place and you will break, bend, or damage the tracks, roof or the panel. by brandonbeach14 13 May 2011, 13:11, Post attach it. Its vehicles are sold in nearly 200 markets, selling approximately 700,000 cars in 2021 alone. This groove allows a metal pin to slide back and forth, limiting and manipulating the sunroofs vent action. Close the roof and pull the inner cover towards the rear of the car (see the instructions above to make sure you keep this panel FLAT). 2. You should now have the interior and exterior parts of the sunroof. There are 8 to 12 screws that hold it in place. 2 Operate the sunroof switch to position the sunroof in the tilt position, then release the switch. Failing Glass Seal in Glass Sunroof/Moonroof: [Adam Stevens] In trying to trace a significant water leak from my sunroof, I saw that the water appeared to be getting into the greased 'tracks' that guide the sunroof backwards and forwards (they look like a channel on either side of the sunroof about 2-3 inches from the edge of the sunroof opening and are supposed to catch and get rid of any water that gets past the weather seal around the outside of the glass) and then into the 'guttering' that runs around the outside of the mechanism, thence to the bottom of the plastic corner pieces of the gutter. Very Try to get it high enough to be able to peer inside the roof from the outside to unhook the headliner clips - once you get those, all is revealed and you will be able to see why your roof is not functioning properly. 1) Try to perform a reset of your sunroof. to close the panoramic roof from ventilation position. This little procedure will save you $100's of dollars. cam follower was correct and that the roof will continue to work properly. How is the perforated sunroof cover during mid summer day. Push the liner back into the space where the roof would normally retract. While the motor is out, carefully pry the Sunroof: Replace Crank with Motor. Basically the rear of the roof , when parked, was always about 5mm's below the roof line, while the leading edge was flush. If the motor is not working, it could be due to a blown fuse. the cover for the cable tubes. Dry seals, or, which have collapsed over time, will not hold the glass properly in place . This is not the case, it just rained and the headliner is wet. Align the control mechanisms with the slots for the small plastic covered tabs, slight back and forth motion works here. Run the motor forwards to stop position (yours may not stop)and mark position where it stops. The cross profile of the rubber strip is "h" shaped. Yesterday, my 11 year old son opened the sunroof while my wife was driving, and now it won't close. Replace the circlips, again needle nose pliers work here. Just bought a 2005 XC90 and put on about 1,000 trouble-free miles. If it's still not working, try the same procedure with the sunroof fully open -- this should successfully reset. Sunroof Alignment: Won't Retract Properly, Sunroof Won't Stop at Close: Motor Defective, Electric Sunroof Motor Needs to Be Zeroed, Removing the Sunroof Pan to Replace the Headliner. The fuse looked fine but I changed it anyway. These two levers, one on either side of the sunroof running parellel to the car's direction, control the venting action and sitting height of the sunroof. Disconnect the rear of the coil springs on either side where they are connected to the flat spring bails. 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. [Inquiry] The moonroof on my 95' 940 opened tonight and immediately stuck in the ventilation position. When the sunroof is up ALL FORCE is applied to the small piece of metal (about 1/4" square) that closes the top of this second groove. 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. If you notice that your motor is dead, you can replace it with a new one. You should also see a number of Torx screws. Pull the whole assembly toward the front of the car and out the sunroof hole. I guess I'll just give it time and see if it starts to operate eventually. A used seal may be appropriate if a new one is unavailable. 7 MAX 18" . multifunction sunroof moonroof I determined one control mechanism was broken so I bought both, since one was bad, the other might not be far behind, and I didn't want to do this repair twice. Then unsolder the remaining wiring (two black leads) which hold the switches to the selenoid. Put the tracks aside. Call (888) 451-3548 for more information about Stock#V826. Open manually by pressing the control backwards to the point of resistance for manual opening. Lift the sunroof panel out of the roof (with care) . In use it is necessary to wait until the first application has dried; when using in cold damp conditions it takes longer than 30 mins. How do you tell if it's a common failure item? Remove the power motor and tape up the wires. Worth the bother? 1 Turn the ignition switch to position 1. There are (2?) To reinstall, mount it back in the roof opening in the vented position. To fully open the sunroof, press the control backwards again. Now, run motor CW (as seen from below) until it stops, push on momentary switch again. Swiping once will open shade and swiping again will open roof. [Inquiry] Does anyone have experience with the plex wind deflectors? If it is electric, there may be electrical problems with motor, switches, wires and fuses, which I will not deal with. They can be clogged with undercoating. If the store you go to (a fabric store) doesn't have it have them order a new roll. You should periodically clean your sunroof tracks, so that debris does not accumulate in those tracks. See this Used 2020 Volvo XC90 in Huntington, NY. The Other-Princeton Volvo solved the problem for me over the phone. plumbers putty. Also when the sunroof is closed if you look on the outside it doesn't appear to be sitting flush like it should.] Disconnect the motor from the gears. Moonroofs. But you can't baby it. This will expose all parts, and adjustment screws. For electric sunroofs remove the cover and tighten the motor mounting screws. If no 12V supply is available (I use an old Sun computer power supply) test in the car (see below). Top Contributors this Month View All shaunmtravis 4 Replies. Something about unhooking some springs or clips to remove the "push back guard(?)" A few hours job which took me days to trace and fix. This extender has springloaded ends that slip over silver arm extentions from the front groove. Use a screw driver or needle nose pliers to release the springs that hold the sunroof liner to the roof. Last reported odo: 000 mi. Just purchased a CPO 2016 XC90 T6 around Thanksgiving and it's been at the dealer 3 times totaling about 3 weeks for a sunroof issue. This follows a few weeks of CLICCLICKLCLIK when opened/closed, and some erratic operation. In the newer models this arm is replaced with a 5"- 6" piece that reaches past the mechanism to the every back end of the bracket. If the roof position is "out of phase" by one revolution of the crank i.e., the detent pin clicks in one turn too soon when lowering the roof from the vent position, then you should be able to drop the transmission down, crank it the one turn Put a blanket on the roof so you have somewhere to set the panel. 3 4 comments Best Add a Comment One_T_Scot 2 yr. ago What year/model? The front of the roof pops up into position only by riding up on the collapsed wind deflector. There are some plastic glides that slip over the end of the panel where it moves in the side guides. From them it cost 4 plus 2 P&P including vat., others were charging up to 12 + P&P. An overhaul is labor intensive and a new motor might be a better choice] [Response: Rob Bareiss] Replace the motor or live with it. This requires you to remove the four hoses and clips around the perimiter. If you get flashing lights and silence, you have your culprit. [Response: Rob Abel] Our sunroof in our '93 940 acts goofy at times. As I recall, they are involved with split-rings, diabolically small and determined to shoot far under your workbench. Seems to let me choose between two settings about a cm apart. Get a coat hanger and cut out the straight part. Will it open? If there is no resistance when you open and close it, then there is no obstruction in the mechanism and you can simply clean it with an air hose or by using compressed air to blow out any dust. Seized sunroof motor. I can hear this at highway speeds. 5350 N Keystone Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46220. Having a Sun/Moon roof unable to open can be a pain, but not being able to close it can cost thousands of dollars in damages to your vehicle. Sunroof Won't Open After Battery Was Disconnected?? The repair was carried out the day after Guy Fawkes Night; three days later it has hardly stopped raining and the inside of the sunroof is as dry as a bone. Retiming motor (electrically installed in car): Sunroof Won't Stop at Close: Motor Defective. Hold both the driver window and passenger window switches in the. [Inquiry] I tried adjusting my sunroof's sitting position, but it is currently maxed out and is STILL sagging below the roofline. Volvo is a car manufacturer that is best known for its robust safety features, durability, and design. 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. You will notice the cranking mechanism is nothing more than a modified worm gear arrangement. Like (5) Overview & Photos 104 4.6 Look at the control mechanisms to determine the extent of the repair. This vehicle was introduced in 2002 and has become a hit among customers. [John Sargent] The sunroof on my 745 was leaking a little water into the interior, but (1-2mm). This gives minimum wind noise. No waiting. Normal behavior is swiping for both, pressing once on the back side just vents the roof. Get as much wire as possible. does not research or authenticate any of the Answers provided. If the motor still just clicks then it will likely one of the two microswitches located in the timing gear cover. My leak took three applications with another four specifically around the bulge. 1 Answer 04 volvo xc90 Moonroof will not open. If I recall correctly an improperly grounded motor will "click" but not move, You will be removing the motor so it would be best to put sunroof in vent or closed position with a screwdriver on the manual ove, If voltage and ground check out - reconnect connector and unscrew (2 phillips) and unbolt nut (10mm) and let motor hang (not a good idea but what the heck). Now, use photographic memory or paper to record colors of wires on each switch (you'll be sorry if you don't). The pan can be removed at this point. Close the panoramic roof from fully open position. Wind deflector definately worth it!! [Tips from Dan Williams] Removing the sunroof is not as daunting as you might think. Well, I have tried every suggestion above with no results as well as the calibration process in the Haynes Manual. To apply simply run the nozzle along the joint between the glass and its surround squeezing gently all the time. I then applied some grease to the surface of the cam with the hope of minimizing further wear and put everything back together. Now just pull the whole assembly out through the top. Mine would not flip up in the back, in fact one side would not flip up, the other would. [Greg]In the UK there is a capillary crack sealant called Capt. 2020 VOLVO XC90 - YV4A22PKXL1546219 - Sale Record. If this happens, there may be wires that are broken or disconnected from their terminals in the cars wiring system. Mercedes-Benz Forum Will it move at all, will it retract ok and not close, will it flip up in the back? by beetlebob 13 May 2011, 12:50, Post Thanks again. My 965 has an electric motor. Everything else on the car is working fine. Loosen the hose clamps from the drain hoses and remove the hoses. It can be used to allow sunlight into the vehicle and to allow more air circulation in the car. Adjust the sunroof height by operating the sunroof SLIGHTLY in the rearward position and also in the ventilation position, flipped up in the back. In my case I could feed the liquid non-stop where the surround bulged, eventually liquid dripped out from the other side of the surround on to the visor that pops up when the roof is open. My 89 740 has one and it makes driving with sunroof open quiet even at 75 mphwell, not silent but quiet. If you break anything, you'll need to get a used part. I first gently pried back the rubber gasket on the glass side and scraped all the crap off to ensure a good seal, then forced the sealant around the perimeter of the glass. That caused a gap at the rear. This should recalibrate the system. Check the wires of the sunroof, because a short can cause it to stop working. I have a 2008 XC90, I LOVE this car. Yes the screen goes back an then the roof jumps but will not open it will pop up to the vent mode but not slide back. Lubricate the 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. In both cases, this noise is often also relating to a seal trouble. accessory fuses, but they look good. Thanks. Run motor forward (1-2 secs). Or possibly the car has to run through a few drive cycles before everyting comes back online ? It appears that the sunroof seal is interchangeable across 700/900 model years, but the moonroof seal is different. Vehicle History's team of automotive experts brings you the most accurate and up-to-date used car information. Turn the motor manually with a screwdriver to ensure the three level plunger in the cover will fall somewhere between the three timing points on the timing gear. 2023 Vehicle History Inc. All Rights Reserved. I don't have a manual yet so I'm not sure how this is supposed to work. We offer one of the largest collection of Volvo XC90 related news, gallery and technical articles. Just put two blocks under the outside edges of the flap (screw driver handles work well) and gently flex the entire flap down so that its overall shapes doesn't ride quite so high in the middle. 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At the front of the sunroof are two clips that the headliner into. My car has push start button. We offer one of the largest collection of Volvo XC90 related news, gallery and technical articles. by brandonbeach14 13 May 2011, 11:55, Post If these do not drain, chances are the drain is blocked or the hose is kinked. You can see the adjustment Allen (some may be Torx or Phillips) screws in the four corners. If you are able to open and close the sunroof manually, the motor has failed and needs to be replaced. This will help make sure the new ring doesn't slide down and dislodge when you vent or move the sunroof. Place a blanket on the roof in front of the opening to avoid any scratches. Use a screwdriver to depress the bearing and turn the screw to manually operate the roof. The next steps I took once the pan is removed, but could probably be done with the pan in place, which might be easier for a sedan. There are 5 different sources available. After disassembly of the arms it turns out that there is a premolded piece of steel (white metal coat hanger in dimensions) that is curved to bendup into the arm and provide resistance. I'd noticed my sunroof wasn't totally flush but thought maybe that is easy way things are. Sunroof Stuck Open: Check Electricals. My issue was different then yours but they replaced the whole sunroof track and motor with a 2017 version. The blue and red wires at the two prong connector should be +12V or -12V depending on sunroof momentary switch position. How long should I leave the battery disconnected? On ours it's the switch. Cables within cable channels on the side. If your electric sunroof will not retract, you can manually close it using a screwdriver. It took me a while to figure this out, so I hope someone will benefit. My sunroof all of a sudden won't close. Replace your sunroof supports and mechanics with the newer design from a junker. The rear pops into place by the action of the racks, those that are most likely damaged, and its position is adjusted by the screws that you remove to take off the panel, as well as by the position of the worms when the motor shuts off - you can observe this as the worm should sit in the bottom of the rack, holding it flush, when the motor stops turning. Apply oil or grease to the control mechanism slots which should be an annual event. 1990+ models have a separate rubber sealing flap at the rear edge of the gutter: when the roof is in the vent position, make sure this is secure along the entire length of the edge since it can slip off. You'll never again be lost in a crowded city or a country region with the navigation system on it. Emergency Retraction. Bluetooth technology is built into this Volvo XC90, keeping your hands on the steering wheel and your focus on the road. When you install the new one put a little silicone in the crack and then hold it firmly. The panel should "snap" out of its holders in the front and slide back into the roof completely. Resolder switches and reassemble them into the cover. The water then reappeared above the guide rails and hence the leak. [Editor] These seals for 740/760/940 and 780 models are reported as "discontinued" by many Volvo dealers. Finally, wire the black switch wire to an grounding point and the blue/yellow wire to a power supply, preferably the fuse which according to your fuse board is the one for the power sunroof. Volvo XC90 Forum is the premier Volvo XC90 community. The first and most important step is to determine the extent of your sunroof problem. Do not open the panoramic roof when load carriers are fitted. They are able to achieve excellent fuel economy, which makes them great options for drivers who are looking for an efficient vehicle. Pull down on the headliner just forward of the interior lights. 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