Sunroof Sunshade Motor Replacement (Long Wheel Base)

Warning

Refer to SIR Warning.

Warning

Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Warning.

Caution

If a vehicle is equipped with a head curtain inflator module ensure that the inflator module and tether are undamaged. If tether or curtain airbag are damaged in any way, they must be replaced.

Caution

Use care when working around the head curtain inflator module. Sharp tools may puncture the curtain airbag. If the head curtain inflator module is damaged in any way, it must be replaced. Removal Procedure

1. Disable the SIR system. SIR Disabling and Enabling

Sunroof Sunshade Motor Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 1

2. Move the front seat fully forward.
3. Use a flat bladed plastic tool between the center pillar center trim panel (1) and the center pillar upper trim panel to disengage the upper retaining clips (2).
4. Pull from both sides of the center pillar center trim panel (1) to release the middle and lower retaining clips (2).
5. Center Pillar Center Trim Panel (1) » Remove

Sunroof Sunshade Motor Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 2

6. Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Bolt Cap (1) » Remove
7. Center Pillar Upper Garnish Molding Bolt (2) » Remove

Sunroof Sunshade Motor Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 3

8. Pull the center pillar upper trim panel (1) toward the inside of the vehicle to disengage the retaining clips.
9. Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel (1) » Reposition

Sunroof Sunshade Motor Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 4

10. Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Bolt Cap (1) » Remove
11. Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Bolt (2) » Remove

Sunroof Sunshade Motor Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 5

12. Using a flat-bladed plastic trim tool, release the retaining clips.
13. Body Lock Pillar Upper Trim Panel (1) » Reposition

Sunroof Sunshade Motor Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 6

Note

Left side show, right side similar.

14. Place the coat hook (2) in the open position.
15. Coat Hook Bolt (1) » Remove
16. Coat Hook (2) » Remove

Sunroof Sunshade Motor Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 7

17. Using a suitable plastic trim tool, release the retaining tabs on the rear seat position center reading and courtesy lamp (1).

Sunroof Sunshade Motor Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 8

18. Lower the right rear section of the headlining trim panel (1).

Sunroof Sunshade Motor Replacement (Long Wheel Base) — figure 9

19. Disconnect the electrical connector.

20. Sunroof Actuator Motor Bolt (1) » Remove [2x]

21. Sunroof Sunshade Motor (2) » Remove Installation Procedure

22. Sunroof Sunshade Motor (2) » Install

23. If a NEW threaded component is being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded component is reused, prepare the threaded component using the following steps: 2.1. Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the component using a lint free cloth. 2.2. Thread the cleaned component into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive. 2.3. Remove loose debris from internal and external threads using compressed air. 2.4. Apply liquid thread locking adhesive in a strip along half of the length of the external threads, starting at the tip, just prior to installation. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers

Caution

Refer to Fastener Caution.

3. Sunroof Actuator Motor Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

4. Connect the electrical connector.

5. Headlining Trim Panel (1) » Install

6. Apply pressure upward on the rear seat position center reading and courtesy lamp (1) to engage the retaining tabs.

Note

Left side show, right side similar.

7. Coat Hook (2) » Install

8. Coat Hook Bolt (1) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

9. Body Lock Pillar Upper Trim Panel (1) » Install

10. Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Bolt (2) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

11. Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Bolt Cap (1) » Install

12. Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel (1) » Install

13. Center Pillar Upper Garnish Molding Bolt (2) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

14. Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Bolt Cap (1) » Install

15. Align 6 retaining clips (2) with the upper and lower trim panels.

16. Center Pillar Center Trim Panel (1) » Install

17. Enable the SIR System. SIR Disabling and Enabling

18. Perform the necessary initialization procedure. Sunroof/Sunshade Motor Initialization