The other thing is to remove the cover from the sunroof motor. headliner. Front air deflector hinges and side pivot arm pins. Sunroof Motor and Cable Alignment/Reindexing. 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)). This happens to me every time I do a battery. to close the panoramic roof from ventilation position. [Editor] Some models have this lip and gasket on the sunroof panel front edge. to close the panoramic roof from fully open position. Install the motor. The groove of the "h" sits over this metal lip with the tall part of the "h" toward the front of the car. You can find the button for controlling the panoramic roof above the interior rearview mirror. Maybe mine wasn't that far out but this didn't seem to make any difference, other than adjusting just how wide it opens. If the sunroof needs more extensive repair, remove all screws and lift out the sunroof. care for silicone adhesive, and I would use weatherstrip cement to Any suggestions? This could be due to an electrical short or it could be due to a malfunctioning fuse. [Qeury] My sunroof motor loosened up on the right side and now my panel is off kilter. 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 timing gear has three alignment points on three levels which correspond to vent, closed and full open. flat and level, while fully and properly closed . If a worm has broken, perhaps, but cleaning in situ should suffice. "This defect inevitably causes the sound plugs to become clogged with dirt and other debris, causing water to be diverted directly to the interior of the vehicles, rather than the exterior. The car was purchased and driven off lot in pristine condition. 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. How do I properly time the crank with these cycles?. Remove the side screws and then the front screws. The before pictures below show the area which needs to Sand contacts lightly with sandpaper. It is important to clean the sunroof tracks, because dirt and debris can cause the sunroof to become stuck open. Loosen the four screws with M5 8 mm socket and lift the glass. When I removed the glass panel and stood it on its end water dripped out. [Tip from Jim Urban] Don't know if you are aware of this, but: to zero out the power motor: C ColoradoCruiser Registered Volvo 240, 242, 244 & 245 Forum New Member Area/Introduction 2009 and Below S60 Volvo XC90 Forum Volvo 740 & 760 Forum. Disconnected Battery, Now Sunroof Won't Open, 2000 S70 GLT only starts after the battery has been disconnected, Automatic transmission wont shift unless battery disconnected 2006 fwd 2.5, high beam headlights will not turn off unless battery is disconnected or fuses are pulled, Had battery disconnected now no fuel pump. You may have to adjust any slight bend out when you put it all back in. [Response: W. Bain] I have a manual crank in my '86 744Ti and it is blissful. Once you push the sunroof headliner out of the way, you can reach everything else. The Other-Princeton Volvo solved the problem for me over the phone. No high fees. The pan can be removed at this point. Is there a way to reset it or to manually close it. You should now have a track assembly and the sunroof. My issue was different then yours but they replaced the whole sunroof track and motor with a 2017 version. The tracks at the rear of the panel move the panel up and down, either to pull it down before retracting or to pop the rear of the panel up for the 'vent' position, and if they are damaged or too gunked up, they will resist opening. lightly soapy water & a razor blade. The front of the roof pops up into position only by riding up on the collapsed wind deflector. There are four copper colored screw, two per side side. Obviously when the car was built, the motor was installed first and then covered by the headliner. 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. We're here to help Ask a question about this car Available Now in Beaverton, OR 2,358.2 miles Tue - Sat: 10am - 7pm Monday & Sunday: Closed 10750 SW Denney Rd, Beaverton, OR 97008 (855)-744-3801 I'd Like to See This Car Top Features Momentum Plus Package Climate Package Convenience Package Vision Package Am/Fm Stereo Driver Vanity Mirror Align the control mechanisms with the slots for the small plastic covered tabs, slight back and forth motion works here. wicking under the front cover for the sunroof mechanism. You'll never again be lost in a crowded city or a country region with the navigation system on it. 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). Bluetooth technology is built into this Volvo XC90, keeping your hands on the steering wheel and your focus on the road. The roof could also be damaged if this happens, which could cause the roof to leak and for water to enter the vehicle. These determine the overall height of the panel and it's fit. Alternate solution: Drop the whole pan that holds the sunroof in place. If motor doesn't stop in same position, adjust it using a screwdriver. The motor that operates the sunroof may also malfunction and cause it to not work at all. This is not the case, it just rained and the headliner is wet. 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. When I was done, I used a razor blade to trim off the excess butyl. 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. The sunroof moves to comfort position while the control is being pressed backwards. by brandonbeach14 13 May 2011, 10:01, Post by VCA 13 May 2011, 10:13, Post Leaks can ruin the headliner and backer board in short order. Get a coat hanger and cut out the straight part. Punch rivets through with small screwdriver. Perhaps there is an individual in the service department that is not as careful as they need to be. Note: you HAVE to remove the sunroof to do this since the ring slips off from the bottom. You can see these at the corner of the sunroof. I'd noticed my sunroof wasn't totally flush but thought maybe that is easy way things are. The XC90 has many extra features that make it a top choice, such as a sunroof, a wireless phone charging portal, and voice control. 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. [Tip from Rick Tilghman] This happened to the sunroof on my 1985 745t. Pivots, levers, and hinges visible from inside the car. If not, I can't help. Warning ), but I would worry about getting it on clothing etc. [Diagnosis:] If your guides are not broken then you may just be out of adjustment. You can see the adjustment Allen (some may be Torx or Phillips) screws in the four corners. I couldn't get the roof to line up with the control. Volvo XC90 Forum is the premier Volvo XC90 community. To fix it, take the motor out and "zero" it. 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. Or do it w/o disconnecting the battery? 5350 N Keystone Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46220. Reassemble case and epoxy switch case cover (you'll never do this again). Remove ice and snow before opening the panoramic roof. From them it cost 4 plus 2 P&P including vat., others were charging up to 12 + P&P. They were released around the same time. 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. Close the sunroof and open the sunshield. 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). Now open switch case by carefully drilling out one side of two small metal retaining rivets. They just looked weak and responsible. Sunroof Alignment: Won't Retract Properly. Debris that is washed down from the rear window drains can clog up the 90 degree plastic fitting which can flood your trunk and cause the sunroof drains to back up.The front tubes go down the A pillars and exit behind the front wheel; the rear go down the C pillars and then through the rear quarter panel, draining behind the wheel. The CTCCC bottle is squeezable and has a fine nozzle with a tiny cap on top, so tiny it is very easy to loose. Seems to be happening to a lot of '88's lately. Sunroof Overhaul. It can be used to allow sunlight into the vehicle and to allow more air circulation in the car. / 268 H.P. The sunroof should be moved so that it is under even pressure on all sides. [Greg]In the UK there is a capillary crack sealant called Capt. I repaired it myself using a $10 roll of butyl rubber window sealant Very Calibrate the sunroof control module and install the headlining after making sure the M6 screws are tight. 2020 VOLVO XC90 - YV4A22PKXL1546219 - Sale Record. The interesting thing was what I noticed when I examined NEWER Volvos. Alternately you can bite the bullet and buy the $300 motor new from your friendly local dealer. A dead motor means that the sunroof is not able to open or close. If your electric sunroof will not retract, you can manually close it using a screwdriver. Moonroofs. Disconnect the rear of the coil springs on either side where they are connected to the flat spring bails. Remove the gutter channel. Luckily, there's a very simple way to do this, and it has a very high succeSSRate. It's likely to be the switch- replacement is pretty straightforward. DO NOT FORCE ANYTHING. 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. Thankfully mine was under warranty. Most likely it is out of alignment and too tight for the minimal leverage applied by the motor to move it, as well as being thoroughly gunked up. The fuse looked fine but I changed it anyway. . Remove the trim bit that goes along the top of the windshield and also the mirror, the sun visors and the sun visor clips. The secret to lack of motion is most likely binding in the up and down motion of the panel. Get as much wire as possible. be caulked. Twist the sunroof so that the front tabs slide out of the tracks. Thanks. [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. Vehicle History's team of automotive experts brings you the most accurate and up-to-date used car information. Pull down on the headliner just forward of the interior lights. This groove allows a metal pin to slide back and forth, limiting and manipulating the sunroofs vent action. My conclusion was that the white one had worn to the point that it no longer activated the microswitches reliably. You'll see them on the front and rear of the opening. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Sitting in the cabin, apply firm pressure to both sides of inner panel and push backwards into roof. Close the panoramic roof from fully open position. [Responses] It does seem to cut the wind noise. However, when I pulled all the parts I noticed that a cout hanger looking piece of metal was sticking out from under one of the retaining arms connected to the sunroof. Over time the hoop can become loose and move slightly inwards each time the door is shut. Sunroof Headliner Replacement. from the auto parts store, a hard plastic card, a spray bottle of Can be done in quick succession and both will happen at same time. If no movement then motor is in vent position. A used seal may be appropriate if a new one is unavailable. My door latch before was malfunctioning that obviously needed replacement, I was spraying it with a bit of silicone for it to close. cam follower was correct and that the roof will continue to work properly. Still a problem? It might be due to your siren module having a deceased long-life battery. Push back the panel was far as it will go without undoing anything. My 965 has an electric motor. 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. Replace the circlips, again needle nose pliers work here. I used a lightweight mallet - no damage to be done because the fabric was being replaced. Remove the metal stock wind deflector and it should reveal the motor driven gear where it engages the cables. 2023 Vehicle History Inc. All Rights Reserved. The device that is connected to the motor/crank via screw cables slides back and forth in these tracks, raising and lowering the panel, which will not be possible unless you can move the crank/motor. It is held in place by three snap clips and is easy to remove. Volvo models with sunroofs Almost all Volvo cars come with a sunroof as an optional add-on. With the roof out, your experience should allow you to fix whatever I have neglected to mention. tray at catching water and getting it into the drain hoses. 2. For insurance Volvo Car UK Limited is an Appointed Representative of Lloyd Latchford Group Limited who are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, FRN 496330. No appointments. 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. Put the control arms in the neutral position (the little wing on the arm is in the notch in the rail. SO I will tell you all how to get it to work. This is useful not just against harsh weather, but also against man made threats. Seems to let me choose between two settings about a cm apart. 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. [Tips from Dan Williams] Removing the sunroof is not as daunting as you might think. A little investigation showed the water was The sunroof is still stuck shut. Again, make sure the ground is well grounded. To remove the sunroof from the assembly: pull the sunroof toward the back of the assembly so that the tabs on the back of the sunroof slide out of the tracks. 2023 Volvo XC90 Core: Price, specs, and features 2023 Volvo XC90 Ultimate: Price, specs, and features There's an XC90 luxury SUV for every need Since the Volvo XC90 was first unveiled to the public in January 2001, it has been a favorite among midsize SUV lovers and Volvo loyalists alike . [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). [Jeff] My leak was where the glass was laminated to the frame. I'm having an issue with the hatch not opening, has anyone else experienced this? 7. The vent can "pop-up on you and get wedged over the metal cross-piece. There is a space between the gasket at the rear and the roof. It was disconnected for about 45 minutes. Withdraw the motor and undo the connector (may be a little easier said than done depending on the amount of slack in the cable), If your motor "clicks" but doesn't move, remove motor cover (2 phillips) and get access to the motor connector (comes in from left side). It is considered to be one of the safest cars on the market and comes with a host of safety features. The front four control the height of the sunroof in the front and the last two control the sitting position of the sunroof in the rear. [Dave Stewart] I loosened the motor again and using it in "out of spec" locations rocked the panel back to true.. [Don Stauffer] In my case, one side of the sunroof was in perfect alignment while the other was down too low. 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 [John Seaton]. I looked at the seal? Maintenance, Warranty Issues & Troubleshooting. These batteries last about 7-8 years and when they give out your alarm siren will no longer work. To do this just loosen the screws that hold teh runner down and gently flex it up about 1/3". tracks and the sliding mechanism. 3. plumbers putty. Sunroof Leaks. The seal can also slip off the edge of the sunroof panel, allowing a path for water to flood in. I took out the motor, lubed everything and the motor appears to work fine. WRONG! Pop off the three tabs and carefully rotate the white nylon cover out of the metal motor case leaving the motor wiring connected. If not, then go through the whole disconnect, key in II, reconnect process. The message will appear if there is a problem. 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. 3 Press the switch again for at least 5 seconds, so the sunroof closes. Make sure the sunroof retracting mounts, up front and to the side, are properly positioned and as far forward as possible. Also when the sunroof is closed if you look on the outside it doesn't appear to be sitting flush like it should.] Used 2018 Volvo XC90 Momentum in Daytona Beach, FL - Ritchey Autos Call Us Today: (386) 675-0717 Home Find Your Used Car Value Trade In Finance Service About Us New Inventory Sales: (386) 675-0717 Service: (386) 675-0733 Parts: (386) 675-0733 Close Used 2018 Volvo XC90 Momentum in Daytona Beach, FL (386) 675-0717 Sale Price: $29,670 26 Something about unhooking some springs or clips to remove the "push back guard(?)" If you're getting proper voltage to the motor verify brown ground wire is well grounded (very important!). Use a screwdriver to depress the bearing and turn the screw to manually operate the roof. The sunroof on my 960 was leaking between the glass and its plastic/rubber surround. Last reported odo: 000 mi. Now test the motor while electrically connected including the ground. Sunroof Panel Gasket Falls Out. Removing the Sunroof Pan to Replace the Headliner. Make sure motor is electrically connected to sunroof connector and ground. Now just pull the whole assembly out through the top. Thanks to Princeton Volvo for saving me alot of time from my busy days!! I hope my conclusion about wear to the 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 Mark where it stops. It is frankly best to remove the sunroof assembly. stuck half open / closed or making an awful noise when trying to move it. 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. I had to remove or loosen all the screws out of the pan except for the ones across the front which kept everything in its proper location. Press and hold the switch for at least five seconds, so that the sunroof closes. Blast. If you break anything, you'll need to get a used part. Remove the power motor and tape up the wires. The panel should "snap" out of its holders in the front and slide back into the roof completely. The power to the sunroof may also be malfunctioning, which could cause it to not work at all. Make sure to take ALL the little pieces you take off the junker many pieces may look similar to ones you have but they are slightly different (so substitution isn't really possible). I opened my cars roof sun shade and it won't close. Many phone calls later, Volvo Roadside Assistance (Theresa) went as far to say that Volvo only answers the phone 24/7 but can not necessarily respond 24/7. [Tips from Rick Tilghman] Recently my sunroof flap began to vibrate while driving. To do this, simply open the sunroof manually and let it close again before pressing the same button again. 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. They can either be manual or automatic, depending on how they work. Very expensive. The blue and red wires at the two prong connector should be +12V or -12V depending on sunroof momentary switch position. I tried pulling on the glass while the switch . My immediate solution was to snip the bottom of the adjustment holes off so they became slots. 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. How is the perforated sunroof cover during mid summer day. On mine when you closed the sunroof it would close then open back up six inches as if it hit something. A quick jerk is required, or the whole panel will move. Now, use photographic memory or paper to record colors of wires on each switch (you'll be sorry if you don't). installed, make sure the moonroof closes properly. Adjustment is accomplished by loosening a number of screws, moving the roof and re-tightening. The functionality of Volvo sunroofs is also very simple, and they can be opened by just pushing one button. G. GrayVolvo 4 Replies. Clicks and doesn't move - gets stuck - usually open - have had to close it manually by taking off cover and using screwdriver. Locate these from within the car using a flashlight: they are within the side guides. 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. 6. Go to Volvo . , and then take the key with you when leaving the car. The dealership wouldn?t do anything because it wasn?t malfunctioning when it was there even with videos to show the proof of the problem. The Questions and Answers on this page are the statements and opinions of their respective authors and not VehicleHistory.com. A few hours job which took me days to trace and fix. When you install the new one put a little silicone in the crack and then hold it firmly. It was disconnected for about 45 minutes. Just be careful the vent panel doesn't slip upwards and get caught. Top Contributors this Month View All shaunmtravis 4 Replies. Just leave the roof in parked position. [Editor] To clear blockages in the tubes, use a long cable with a non-snagging end or a narrower vinyl tube so you can rotate it within the drain tube as it is pushed down from the sunroof. (I do have a wagon, so it is easy). [Inquiry] Does anyone have experience with the plex wind deflectors? Turn on and off the car 5 times. tubes. 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. by 1 Turn the ignition switch to position 1. We offer one of the largest collection of Volvo XC90 related news, gallery and technical articles. Also, the 1/4" material is much heavier and will pull off the headliner backing board over time faster than the 1/8".). Sunroof Stuck Open: Check Electricals. My issue was different then yours but they replaced the whole sunroof track and motor with a 2017 version. [Inquiry:] My sunroof motor has died and I do not want to spend $400-500 to replace with a new Volvo motor. 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. Lift the sunroof panel out of the roof (with care) . While the sunroof is apart, clean out the tracks and lubricate the moving parts. 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. the cables at a spot putting it out of synch. [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. They can be broke or lost. You now have direct access to the runners and internal sunroof components. Sunroof won't open more than 3/4. After several days of rain the car is 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. See also Ken Didnah's sunroof overhaul tips below.] 4. You will see two spring loaded hooks which are attached to the sunroof liner and hooked to the sunroof. You will see a large slotted screw, possibly with a ball bearing in the middle of it. 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. This follows a few weeks of CLICCLICKLCLIK when opened/closed, and some erratic operation. If you do need to remove the sunroof there is an easy method. The result that when the motor This plastic cover contains two microswitches, a selenoid (remember "click") and three small pointed plungers. Move that arm back to neutral position and try it on the other side. Home VOLVO XC90 2019 VOLVO XC90 Sale Record (2023) BADVIN Report. 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. Thankfully mine was under warranty. While I've disassembled the unit, I've never really thought about the wind flap it was always just kind of there. It was under warranty anyway.. Hopefully that's the end of your moonroof trouble. At the front of the sunroof are two clips that the headliner into. 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. dry inside. I guess I'll just give it time and see if it starts to operate eventually. I'll try JRL's 1st and then yours if needed and let you know. [Inquiry] I removed my crank to try to adjust the position of the sunroof. Recommended Communities. Retiming motor (electrically installed in car): Sunroof Won't Stop at Close: Motor Defective. By capillary action the liquid is drawn in to the joint. The seal sits on the bottom lip and can be removed by pressing down on it. A blown fuse means that there is a short in the circuit. Everything else on the car is working fine. 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