installed, make sure the moonroof closes properly. [Editor] These seals for 740/760/940 and 780 models are reported as "discontinued" by many Volvo dealers. After checking all the retailers to find which was selling the cheapest, I bought a 60ml bottle of CTCCC from http://www.midlandchandlers.co.uk/searchresults.aspx?searchterm=capt. Had sunroof open, left switch on, battery ran down. The before pictures below show the area which needs to [Rick Tilghman] Let me just say that you want to use 1/8" headliner EVERYWHERE, not just on the sunroof. This exposes the mounting screws. 2023 Vehicle History Inc. All Rights Reserved. This is particularly valuable if You're replacing the motor, but it might also come in handy if the sunroof just won't open or close fully. [Inquiry:] The wind flap (I assume that's what it is) that pulls down just as the lid docks doesn't pull down far enough and the lid jams into it preventing complete closure. Locate these from within the car using a flashlight: they are within the side guides. My experience with them is the 'tracks' at the rear of the roof that raise and lower the panel, pot metal I think, break and jam everything up. year to help you gain confidence about one of your largest purchase decisions. Replace the sunroof motor in your Volvo XC60 to correct a sunroof that is stuck open or moving slow, or if your sunroof just doesn't work. NONE of the newer volvos sunroof brackets were snapped, and all were in perfect working order. Reach in through open window and open door (will set off alarm). Personally, I find the roof control to be over-complicated. That way, I didn't have to do a bunch of re-adjusting of the sunroof itself when reassembling. The elbows should be checked for blockage after removing them, using pliers. Any suggestions? Also when the sunroof is closed if you look on the outside it doesn't appear to be sitting flush like it should.] Remove the power motor and tape up the wires. Your gears are working, so I think this will work. The sunroof liner can then be slid back out of the way (don't push it to far back)under the roof and above the headliner. 2 4 4 comments Best Add a Comment galactica_pegasus 4 yr. ago Resolder switches and reassemble them into the cover. Attachments. 960 Sunroof Adjustment. Finally, remove the grab handles and trim behind the grab handles on one side to expose the screw fixing the A pillar trim which you then also remove and the panel underneath the steering column above the driver's feet. What does it do?When I, A part fell out of my sunroof when I opened the inner cloth cover. Checked to see if there was anything in racks that might read more Chris (aka-Moose) Technician 731 satisfied customers My sunroof will not close after dead battery replacement. Turn on the vehicle and press the top sunroof switch. Then unsolder the remaining wiring (two black leads) which hold the switches to the selenoid. Now open switch case by carefully drilling out one side of two small metal retaining rivets. Twist the sunroof so that the front tabs slide out of the tracks. Remove the 5 or 6 screws from the side brackets on each side. This will help make sure the new ring doesn't slide down and dislodge when you vent or move the sunroof. Sunroof works. Vehicle History's team of automotive experts brings you the most accurate and up-to-date used car information. Re-Aligning the Crank Gears While Aligning the Sunroof. A properly working motor will rotate (as seen from the bottom and in vent position) CCW about 1 turn to closed, pause, push SR button again and CCW about 8 turns to full open. This problem is apparently limited to earlier production models, but it is possible that later years could experience the same problem if excessive downward force is applied to the sunroof (a luggage carrier comes to mind). Fuel Delivery Problem: The fuel pump may . Vacuum the accessible portions of the sunroof pan too. Bend the end to form a small hook, Pull the edge of the sunroof liner down at the end sticking up (remember your sunroof should be in the vent position). [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. I used a dry stick lube on the tracks, but I think something less viscous might help the operation (perhaps the aforementioned lithium grease? This will expose all parts, and adjustment screws. Close the sunroof and open the sunshield. Snap the strips back in place and you are done. Now, I have bigger issues to deal with so the project has taken a backseat completely. Go back inside the car and push the headliner back in its slot, but not too far in lest it get jammed, as it likes to do; everything is now revealed. Remove the drive gear from the roof. I should also note that the job is slightly easier if you remove the retaining arms entire connection bracket. Re-install, adjust, and problem solved. You will notice the cranking mechanism is nothing more than a modified worm gear arrangement. In all this took me about 2 hours to do. [Greg]In the UK there is a capillary crack sealant called Capt. The first and most important step is to determine the extent of your sunroof problem. I didn't remove the crank mechanism from the rail network, and was able to get it all out and back in, but I believe others recommend removing it before lifting all out. They can be clogged with undercoating. (you could also solve this by altering the bend in the retaining arms themselves, bending them up so the sunroof contacts and drives them down farther earlier, but that metal is a three way piece and much more resistant to general "flexing".) It looks good sunroof tries to close but reopens immediately. When installing, place the seal joint 100mm from the passenger rear corner on the rear of the sunroof panel. There could be several reasons why a Volvo won't start. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. Disconnect the rear of the coil springs on either side where they are connected to the flat spring bails. 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. lock car and wait 1 Minute (this will set the alarm system even if siren is bad). Once this piece snaps in two, the back of the sunroof sags down in the resting position due to the lack of support, making it IMPOSSIBLE to get it sitting right ever again. Sunroof Won't Open to Vent Position. Cable Attachments Loose. plumbers putty. Engine Control Module. Roll down drivers window and close door. The water then reappeared above the guide rails and hence the leak. When you have adjusted one side to match the other, re-install the motor and try it electrically. The cross profile of the rubber strip is "h" shaped. Remove the sunroof motor (at the front of the sunroof pan). $72,899 plus applicable taxes . You will see a large slotted screw, possibly with a ball bearing in the middle of it. Is there a way to reset it or to manually close it. The switch makes a clicking sound but the sunroof does not move. [Tip from Chris Mullet] When I replaced my sunroof headliner, I left the sunroof in place, but dropped the back end of the pan (over the back seat) and slid the sunroof headliner panel out the back. Sunroof Wont Open After Battery Was Disconnected?? 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 ), but I would worry about getting it on clothing etc. How Will You Buy Your Next Car? If yours doesn't have 'em, forgive my 'old' moment. It is held in place by three snap clips and is easy to remove. If you do need to remove the sunroof there is an easy method. BTW, if the motor moves you will have to retime the motor :-) more on this later. 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. With the roof out, your experience should allow you to fix whatever I have neglected to mention. Roof hatch Full Diagram #9 roof hatch. [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"). The sunroof on my 960 was leaking between the glass and its plastic/rubber surround. Ask a Volvo mechanic for answers ASAP. Problem in the switch(es) internal to the motor unit. You should see a rod across the middle, the track runners, etc. [Inquiry:] We just got an 89 740GL, the owner said that the sunroof only leaked when washed with a high pressure spray. Edmunds . It does not store any personal data. Sunroof Overhaul. We research hundreds of models each The center point on the middle level is "closed." My '01 S602.4T sunroof stopped working. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary". Volvo Mechanics on JustAnswer are verified through an extensive 8-step process including screening of licenses, certifications, education and/or employment. [Tips from Ken Dibnah on stuck sunroofs] Is the roof manual or electric? roof should move easily. A little investigation showed the water was The elbow has a tendency to get plugged and the hose can also shrink and get disconnected. 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. Also seemed to have lost power to reading lights in overhead console, and vanity lights in both visors. Push up one corner at a time until the rear edge of the sunroof glass is .5mm higher than the roof and the front edge .5mm lower, then cinch the corresponding bolt tight. Replace your sunroof supports and mechanics with the newer design from a junker. Alternately you can bite the bullet and buy the $300 motor new from your friendly local dealer. I don't Sunroof seals are no longer available from Volvo, but the The below detailed adjustment procedure is the essential service information needed to for most Volvo model years. If you have a manual roof, after it reaches the closed position you feel a bit of resistance; you then continue moving the crank in the closed direction and the rear of the roof should pop up to the 'vent' position. On the middle of the three cams there is a white plastic follower that moves a plastic leaf that in turn activates both microswitches. Fuse is OK. Anyway, the solution was just to uncouple the retaining arms from the flap (you have to push the flap to a straight up position to do this with it in place), push the arms up out the way, remove the pre-molded resistance piece, bend it appropriately so that it is forcefully "loaded", and reinstall. Maybe times have changed. Pull on these to remove the headliner from the exterior part of the sunroof. Removing the Sunroof Pan to Replace the Headliner. XC90 has a panoramic roof and a power shade. Tollys Creeping Crack Cure. Are they ok, are screws missing or are they loose? Always 12V, and it does not change when the control button is moved. I will bet that they won't guarantee one of those motors once it's out of their sight. Clogged drain pipe causing the sunroof to not open XC60. Rounding out the lineup is the top-tier T8 eAWD Plug-in Hybrid. When you have determined the extent of the problem and want to continue, open the sunroof to the ventilation position. The connector can be finnagled out without full removal. [Tips on Motor Electrical Overhaul from Pete Gotseff]. headliner. [Colin Shepherd] Wire 12v direct to the motor connections as a first step to isolating the problem before stripping out the micro-switches etc. Lubricate the Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. VehicleHistory.com That means there is no stuck motor or linkage. Not exactly sure about # of turns. Remove two small Phillips screws near the rear of the motor housing, 1 10mm nut at the front, and one large Phillips screw that connects the motor ground to the body just in front of the motor (front and rear refer to the ends of the car that have headlights and brakelights respectively). by crocket 24 Dec 2016, 23:40, Post Possible Issues With a Volvo XC90's Sunroof. I took out the motor, lubed everything and the motor appears to work fine. I measured the voltage at each side of the fuse while moving the overhead button to every position. Sunroof worked perfectly but still have problem with "alarm system service required" which for some reason is related. It looks good sunroof tries to close but reopens immediately. It's just under three feet long, about a half inch wide, grooved eighth inch high. Pull the whole assembly toward the front of the car and out the sunroof hole. lock car and wait 1 Minute (this will set the alarm system even if siren is bad). If it is electric, there may be electrical problems with motor, switches, wires and fuses, which I will not deal with. Replace them with pop rivets or self tapping screws and use a faucet washer over the gear to keep it inplace. You will see two spring loaded hooks which are attached to the sunroof liner and hooked to the sunroof. My daily driver and GORGEOUS 2000 V70R wife's. Won't sell, now at 148K miles !! [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. The control mechanisms should now lay flat and be loose, not tight under tension. by JimBee 23 Jul 2011, 19:55, Post accessory fuses, but they look good. Open the roof in the vent position and use a flashlight to take a closer look. [Qeury] My sunroof motor loosened up on the right side and now my panel is off kilter. Lubrication. The sunroof assembly should come out now. Slide the headliner panel all the I checked, I also have a delima with my sunroof shade jammed up an, 2009 v70 45,000 miles. The sunroof The moonroof tray won't do this; it will deal with only small Sunroof Motor and Cable Alignment/Reindexing. These are the procedures I used to fix my sunroof. Lift the lower edges and they snap right out. If the drain holes are clogged, you can try blowing compressed air through them and then test it using a spray bottle to ensure water drains behind the front wheels. [Tip from Tom Irwin] Most of the posts I've seen here describe access as through the rear with the roof up in tilt/vent position. [Don Hodgdon] The drain holes for the front sunroof drains are just below the leading edge of the front door. B5 XC60 models come with a 2.0-liter inline-four cylinder turbocharged engine capable of producing 247 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. 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. If your sunroof suddenly becomes stuck open, and it's rainy or cold outside, you've got a major problem. if so, you might have damage to the control box. At least thats how it was on my C30. So, after owning this car for many years, and previous owner telling me the sunroof just doesn't work, I finally decided to see if it was just the fuse. 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). Care by Volvo? The reason for this is that the headliner must go under various edges around the car (including under that plastic edge at the sunroof opening) and the 1/4" is too thick to fit. Look at the control mechanisms to determine the extent of the repair. The panel should "snap" out of its holders in the front and slide back into the roof completely. By clicking Accept, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. Obviously when the car was built, the motor was installed first and then covered by the headliner. Sometimes, persistence paid off and the roof would close after a few tries, but on other occasions, the only way to get it to close was to remove the plastic panel covering the motor and with a large common screwdriver turn the drive shaft 1/4 turn in the closed direction (as evidenced by movement of the roof) after which the motor would respond to the switch input. When I looked really close I noticed that the discoloration was, in fact, a spot that was supposed to connect the rear and front ends of these rods. Make sure the spring clips are installed in the rear edge of the sunroof and the large springs are attached to the large pin on the control mechanism. Be carefull with the inner panel. You should now have the interior and exterior parts of the sunroof. It seemed a little odd as it was leaking from both sides. Some of the serews are machine screwsa and some are sheet metal screws. way back. Adjust these so that leading edge of sunroof is 1 MM lower than car roof.Adjust trailing edge 1 MM higher than car roof. Save up to $4,838 on one of 3,746 used 2021 Volvo XC60s near you. Roof Hatch. Remove the two screws holding the plastic cover (2 #10 torx screws), Cut the headliner as required to get access to the motor - only cut areas that will be covered by the plastic cover. VOLVO-Sebastien is online now Related Volvo Questions You can see the adjustment Allen (some may be Torx or Phillips) screws in the four corners. Learn how to fix the problem by jump-starting the battery of your Volvo. Mine had a seized drive motor armature bearing and all worked fine when this was freed off. [Tip from John Sargent] The motor (or hand crank) is supposed to move both cables an equal amount. Checked to see if there was anything in racks that might read more Chris (aka-Moose) Technician 710 satisfied customers H, the panoramic sunroof won't close, 2010 xc60, Yes, trying Turn the key in the door 3 times (open and close the doors) do not use the remote, use the key. S60 Sunroof not working. Don't listen to what anyone else tells you trust me and ask for 1/8" material. It Pulled fuse to check. If you are facing other Volvo sunroof problems and need answers and solutions, verified Experts online can be helpful and informative to arrive at answers, quickly and economically, from the comfort of your home. [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. This little procedure will save you $100's of dollars. The extra fuse is located there as well. SO I will tell you all how to get it to work. These hold the liner in place. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads. by abscate 26 Dec 2016, 15:07, Return to V70, S60, V70-XC and XC-70 Cross Country 2001-2007, Help, Advice, Owners' Discussion and DIY Tutorials on Volvo's stylish, distinctive. Reinstall the crank, and turn clockwise (vent position) till it stops. There are (2?) Sunroof Leaks. wicking under the front cover for the sunroof mechanism. A few hours job which took me days to trace and fix. You should now have a track assembly and the sunroof. In case the drain hose is not long enough, a new hose which is sufficient for both sides can be purchased from a dealer. This bond had gone in places and was letting water through. Read this tread carefully. CH -589999. The pan can be removed at this point. Back inside, go from vent to 'slide open' mode but only open the sunroof a few inches. Customer: Just recently JA: What's the make, model, and year of your car? 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. If not, I can't help. There are a couple of causes for this issue. See the Sunroof Sag section for details. ! Do you know how to get at the roof? if that's the black strip that goes around the whole sunroof, it seemed ok. 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. These drain holes are present on each A pillar along either side of the windshield and connect to a rubber elbow. Have been doing this for several years and works every time. Make sure the sunroof itself sits in the roof properly, i.e. To fix it, take the motor out and "zero" it. So, if the sunroof is closed but the shade is open, it will rattle. Press the sunroof switch in order to position the sunroof in its tilt position. Now, turn counter clockwise till it locks. My sun roof was jamming in the rear raised position and I fixed it in this way. Play around with it, you'll figure out how it works. I have a vague memory of some cables and small springs? That caused a gap at the rear. For electric sunroofs remove the cover and tighten the motor mounting screws. Problem solved. 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. The Questions and Answers on this page are the statements and opinions of their respective authors and not VehicleHistory.com. I found one of mine had dried out grease and was nearly ready to break. HK. I opened my cars roof sun shade and it won't close the sun roof opens and closes but the shade curtain is stuck in the open position. The surround has a slight bulge in the middle of the front edge, also it is possible to pull the front of the surround and other parts of it away from the glass; an obvious route for water to seep through. Take your time, have a friend assist, maybe even videotape the entire procedure, just in case. 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'. With not too much trouble you can get the cables indexed to each other. (I do have a wagon, so it is easy). This is not the case, it just rained and the headliner is wet. Have attempted to reset. After several days of rain the car is This causes the sunroof to perpetually sag and fail to achieve the solid seal that prevents water from entering the cabin, affecting both the sunroof headliner and the headliner surrounding the sunroof opener. I will assume it is electric and the motor works (although it may be seized, have faulty microswitches, or need an overhaul - usual motor clean-up with commutator-cleaning and possibly lubrication, although it may have sealed bearings (most likely)). Get as much wire as possible. A Haynes or Bentley manual will help you through. These determine the overall height of the panel and it's fit. How to open sunroof instructions for Volvo XC60 xc70 xc90 . Stepping up to the B6 adds a 2.0-liter supercharged and turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 295 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque. Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. If this happens, the sunroof may not open and close properly. Right where the headliner panel slides over the tray there About Us; . 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. Volvo xc60 ,2016 model electric sunroof, I too had issues with sunroof not closing properly, after speaking to a specialist I was informed there is a Master recent , so I tried it and it worked so here is how First turn ignition on, open sunroof fully ,then close sunroof ,keep finger on button for 30 seconds after closer and master reset will reset the sunroof it does work. Front and rear edges: the upper section of the molding must be flushed with or one mm above the roof panel. The sunroof control module should be calibrated. 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. I looked at the seal? This is a simple process that usually will clear up a lot of the issues with the sunroof. was engaged the roof was "racking" against itself and was binding so it End result is an absolutely quiet windflap. Engine control module. They have more nationwide connections. [Inquiry] The power sunroof on my '91 940T has stopped functioning, and is stuck all the way "open" (tilted up, rather) and won't go back down. (1-2mm). Damp from sunroof has messed electronics. Cables within cable channels on the side. The front groove is long and closed at both ends. Remove the cover. Mine would not flip up in the back, in fact one side would not flip up, the other would. Sunroof not working. replace the motor and tighten all screws. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance". CTCCC can be used to repair water leaks between the sunroof glass and gasket. I suppose now would be a good time to bench test the motor. Removing Sunroof Switch. You may want to tack the ends down with a little glue (like RTV or silicone sealant) if it won't stay seated. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. If motor doesn't stop in same position, adjust it using a screwdriver. V70 XC sunroof not working. [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. Look for warping, physical damage etc. Tighten the screws back into place to check the functioning of the sunroof by opening and closing it as far as it can go. I've used this service in the past and will continue to do so when necessary, Associates of Applied Science in Automotive Management. This is particularly valuable if You're replacing the motor, but it might also come in handy if the sunroof just won't open or close fully. If it's still not working, try the same procedure with the sunroof fully open -- this should successfully reset. Push the liner back into the space where the roof would normally retract. It could also be the electronic ignition switch acting up resulting in this issue. See the FAQ section for instructions to remove it. Fix: vent the sunroof; from the outside undo the two springs that hold the headliner sunroof panel to the sunroof; use a long screwdriver to tighten the adjustment screws down while holding the sunroof at the desired angle. Press J to jump to the feed. Learn more, We use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. 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. 2005 Volvo V50. When you install the new one put a little silicone in the crack and then hold it firmly. Sunroof curtain stuck in the middle JA: How long have you had trouble getting the sunroof to move? Make sure the vent part of the inner sunroof headliner panel is pushed down completely so it is flat. It is frankly best to remove the sunroof assembly. I then applied some grease to the surface of the cam with the hope of minimizing further wear and put everything back together. Just be careful the vent panel doesn't slip upwards and get caught. SRM. 4. Put the control arms in the neutral position (the little wing on the arm is in the notch in the rail. 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