rubber snubbers that sit under the deflector, only glued in, and frequently these have vanished, therefore not encouraging the roof to finish in the flush position. Nice one, added to the list of small jobs I'll be attempting thus long weekend. Instead of having the springs slip through holes in the little arms of the front grooves (like the older models), the springs in the newer design have plastic o-rings that slip around the metal rods. To overcome this I glued a piece of cardboard (as in cereal box, although others may come up with a preferred method) to the ivory coloured plastic leaf the follower contacts. 1. It should not tightly hold down, there should be a little play. Replace the mechanisms by removing the two SMALL circlips with a small screwdriver. I don't have a manual yet so I'm not sure how this is supposed to work. Once you have the moonroof seal Alternate solution: Drop the whole pan that holds the sunroof in place. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. attach it. Or do it w/o disconnecting the battery? The sunroof on my 960 was leaking between the glass and its plastic/rubber surround. Then move one cable using a flat blade screwdriver. It was disconnected for about 45 minutes. 5. On the middle of the three cams there is a white plastic follower that moves a plastic leaf that in turn activates both microswitches. The first and most important step is to determine the extent of your sunroof problem. 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). 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. [Inquiry:] My sunroof will not stop in the closed position and therfore the user must get out and look at the roof to make sure it is closed properly. When I was done, I used a razor blade to trim off the excess butyl. 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. Now test the motor while electrically connected including the ground. At the front of the sunroof are two clips that the headliner into. [Tips from Rick Tilghman] Recently my sunroof flap began to vibrate while driving. Jim passed away in early 2022, his contributions to this forum are immortal, and he is missed. Tollys Creeping Crack Cure. Top Contributors this Month View All shaunmtravis 4 Replies. I think the gasket around the glass was compressed over the previous 11 years. It should close from vent postion. [Inquiry] Does anyone have experience with the plex wind deflectors? Sunroof Headliner Replacement. Sunroof: Replace Motor with Crank. 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. Strange part is that it won't move nor do a sound when trying to close it. Test by opening the sunroof and pouring water into the side of the sunroof pan, then looking for the water to flow freely out the drains. This should recalibrate the system. If the motor is not working, it could be due to a blown fuse. [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. We offer one of the largest collection of Volvo XC90 related news, gallery and technical articles. [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). T20 screws that hold the gutter channel to the frame. [Tips from Ken Dibnah on stuck sunroofs] Is the roof manual or electric? be caulked. accessory fuses, but they look good. [Inquiry] I tried adjusting my sunroof's sitting position, but it is currently maxed out and is STILL sagging below the roofline. Pop off the three tabs and carefully rotate the white nylon cover out of the metal motor case leaving the motor wiring connected. The center point on the middle level is "closed." moonroof seal may be available. 7 MAX 18" . multifunction sunroof moonroof My conclusion was that the white one had worn to the point that it no longer activated the microswitches reliably. The result that when the motor The motor will then not function properly and will not open or close. Thanks again. Disconnect the motor from the gears. Also, when you look at the motor, there is a guarded-by-paint screw that I believe is used to adjust the microswitches, but I have not observed any change when I fiddled with my own. One of their most popular vehicles is the XC90. They can either be manual or automatic, depending on how they work. You should now have the interior and exterior parts of the sunroof. Clicks and doesn't move - gets stuck - usually open - have had to close it manually by taking off cover and using screwdriver. I'd imagine that the water goes past that seal and into that black gutter type thing on the aft side and drains overboard. Problem in the switch(es) internal to the motor unit. With the roof out, your experience should allow you to fix whatever I have neglected to mention. Never had a problem. Make sure motor is electrically connected to sunroof connector and ground. The moonroof tray won't do this; it will deal with only small The sealant was not in the joint for much of the time, but a few mm off which allowed it to act as a nice irrigation channel. My experience with my '90 740 GLE follows. 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! DIsconnect the battery again and then do the above? [Inquiry] The moonroof on my 95' 940 opened tonight and immediately stuck in the ventilation position. If you get flashing lights and silence, you have your culprit. Maintenance, Warranty Issues & Troubleshooting. [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. First, turn the ignition switch to the first position. Will it open? Open the roof in the vent position and use a flashlight to take a closer look. BTW, if the motor moves you will have to retime the motor :-) more on this later. Luckily, there's a very simple way to do this, and it has a very high succeSSRate. See this Used 2020 Volvo XC90 in Huntington, NY. Copyright 2023 Volvo Car Corporation (or its affiliates or licensors). 6. does not research or authenticate any of the Answers provided. Alignment Notes. The Volvo sunroof leak class action lawsuit alleges that the defect ends up causing damage to the interior of affected vehicles. If there is resistance to the crank motion immediately, there is 'likely' to not be any damage in the screw mechanism, just binding of the panel in the roof. by VCA 13 May 2011, 16:17, Post 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. Move that arm back to neutral position and try it on the other side. 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 A sunroof may cause problems if its not functioning properly. 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. There is a space between the gasket at the rear and the roof. Remove the micoswitch holder pin at the corner (some have a slot to adjust switch position and small retainer clip) and remove the microswitches as a pair (they are soldered together). 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. Hold both the driver window and passenger window switches in the. That caused a gap at the rear. I removed the seal around the glass and had a good look. When the motor was loose, it moved one cable without moving the other, and the cables are no longer indexed to each other. I will bet that they won't guarantee one of those motors once it's out of their sight. They are all popular among Volvo customers due to their durability and great performance. V60, V60 Twin Engine/Recharge Plug-in Hybrid and V60 Cross Country from model year 2019 to 2022. 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. 4. I used a dry stick lube on the tracks, but I think something less viscous might help the operation (perhaps the aforementioned lithium grease? I bought a used 2016 XC 90 The sunroof shade will retract and close and the roof will pop up and down but the roof will not go back? Is there an iternal fuse in the motor? If nothing moves as you move the crank towards 'vent', push up gently through that small rectangular opening inside the headliner on the rear of the panel to help it along, by just pushing it free of the roof. This little procedure will save you $100's of dollars. Mercedes-Benz Forum The fix is to pull the sunroof panel and replace the sealing ring with a new one. How extensive is it to perform, or is it a square peg into a round hole Do you know of a good aftermarket manual crank or motor unit available? 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. [Tip from Lawrence] With the sunroof in the vent position, release the springs so the sunroof will lay flat (you will need to use needle nose pliers to reach underneath to release the spring, the spring holds the sunroof headliner to the sunroof). It seems the glass is bonded onto a metal frame. Might be a good idea in your case since you are concerned about the hoses being clogged. Test the speed of the motor by inserting a screwdriver into the center of the motor, in the area where the nylon brush is attached. 1 Answer 04 volvo xc90 Moonroof will not open. [Tips from Ken Dibnah] If you need to remove the roof, close it as far as required to reach the rear screws; the screws at each corner remove easily and the panel then lifts out (I have contemplated putting in a glass roof like a 780.hmmmm). There are four in the front and (depending on model) two on either side in the middle, and two on either side in the back. The sunroofs are usually covered with a transparent glass, which allows people to see through it. [Tips from Dan Williams] Removing the sunroof is not as daunting as you might think. Now You can remove all the tracking/guides/bearing surfaces from the car, just by undoing everything and replacing it in order, but why would you want to? It can also be used for ventilation. This vehicle was introduced in 2002 and has become a hit among customers. Now there are 4 bolts with an 8mm head. I take it out about once every two months, take it apart, clean up the contacts, and it works fine for the next two months. Volvo Car UK Limited authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, FRN 678616. ALL newer volvos utilize a slightly modified design that redistributes the force applied to the metal bracket more evenly between the front and back of the metal bracket. 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. Tools: a magnetic T-25 screwdriver (so you don't lose the screws); a magnetic parts tray (ditto); and either a flashlight or, better, a head-mounted Petzl-style lamp so you can see. 07-16-2004, 07:28 AM #5. barrysharp. My sunroof all of a sudden won't close. There is also a wind deflector. Use a screwdriver to depress the bearing and turn the screw to manually operate the roof. If a worm has broken, perhaps, but cleaning in situ should suffice. 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 The black cam followers had fairly sharp points that rested on the surface of the cam, while the white one had a rather blunt point. If this happens, there will be no power being sent to the motor that operates the sunroof. We offer one of the largest collection of Volvo XC90 related news, gallery and technical articles. Sunroof Stuck Open: Check Electricals. The XC90 has many extra features that make it a top choice, such as a sunroof, a wireless phone charging portal, and voice control. If you break anything, you'll need to get a used part. Again, make sure the ground is well grounded. Adjust the sunroof position so that the front edge, when the panel is closed, is 0-1.5mm below the roof and the rear edge is 0-1mm above the roof edge. The Other-Princeton Volvo solved the problem for me over the phone. To check for debris, try to open and close the sunroof manually with a pair of pliers. My electric sunroof won't open after I had to disconnect the battery cables in the engine bay to get to the O2 Sensor connection below. Open the panoramic roof fully Take hold of the button and pull it backward twice to fully open the panoramic roof. I repaired it myself using a $10 roll of butyl rubber window sealant Sunroof Won't Open After Battery Was Disconnected?? The other thing is to remove the cover from the sunroof motor. Found historical records. Pivots, levers, and hinges visible from inside the car. If you get a screeching siren, it's time to look elsewhere. The car was purchased and driven off lot in pristine condition. Problem: occasionally, if the sunroof were opened to either the full back or full tilt position, it would not be possible to move it out of these positions. Turn on and off the car 5 times. Sunroofs are better compared to canvas tops because they are able to be opened and closed with ease. Apply oil or grease to the control mechanism slots which should be an annual event. Once this is completed you may notice your flap riding high and failing toclose properly generally a side effect of pushing the flap up to get it unhooked and playing with it over time. Re-install, adjust, and problem solved. An overhaul is labor intensive and a new motor might be a better choice] [Response: Rob Bareiss] Replace the motor or live with it. [Dave Stevens] Tip the sunroof panel up at the back or retract it. down at all, you have a problem. 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 may also have to replace the sealer that lives around the perimeter of the sliding panel, as it may not provide the exact clearance required to allow movement yet still seal. First, raise it to the vent position and from the outside, press down on the inner panel to locate the spring clips. No, I didn't have the Key in position II. To fully open the sunroof, press the control back to the position for automatic opening again and release. Open manually by pressing the control backwards to the point of resistance for manual opening. [Editor] The sunroof switch fails frequently, usually showing intermittent symptoms, because of the high current loads through the switch. [Response: Rob Bareiss] You wouldn't be the first person to have a bad sunroof switch in a 740/940 with a power sunroof. Close all of the doors and bonnet. Loosen the front catches then adjust the copper screws. , and then take the key with you when leaving the car. With switches free test each one for high resistance through the normally closed circuit - the front (blue or red) connections to side terminals. If Your 2016 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a sunroof, You'll need to -- from time to time -- be able to perform a sunroof reset. Emergency Leakstopper: [John Sargent] Get some clear duct tape from Home Depot and seal the gap until you can repair it. The sunroof may not open or close properly if it is damaged or has been opened and closed a lot. Take care not to scratch surfaces or damage strips. It's likely to be the switch- replacement is pretty straightforward. (passenger side is one inch lower than driver side. It's held by two clips in the front. 2004 volvo xc 90 AUTO T - 6 / V - 6 twin turbo , 2900 c.c. With not too much trouble you can get the cables indexed to each other. I suppose now would be a good time to bench test the motor. to close the panoramic roof from ventilation position. 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