I have already pulled the fuses and the other int. You'll never again be lost in a crowded city or a country region with the navigation system on it. Taking it off may not be necessary, but it would make it easier to clean all the tracks. If there is no resistance, then the wiring of the circuit is good. Possible Issues With a Volvo XC90's Sunroof A sunroof may cause problems if it's not functioning properly. Press and hold the switch for at least five seconds, so that the sunroof closes. When I was done, I used a razor blade to trim off the excess butyl. [Greg]In the UK there is a capillary crack sealant called Capt. How is the perforated sunroof cover during mid summer day. Press the sunroof switch in order to position the sunroof in its tilt position. You should see a rod across the middle, the track runners, etc. I'll try JRL's 1st and then yours if needed and let you know. [Response: Rob Abel] Our sunroof in our '93 940 acts goofy at times. Over time the hoop can become loose and move slightly inwards each time the door is shut. Doing this will allow for proper control mechanism centering, a procedure I needed to repeat. Key in position II engine not running. I went ahead and changed the fuse just incase and still nothing. To reset the 2016 volvo xc60 sunroof you will need to hold the sunroof open switch until the sunroof begins to close. The Other-Princeton Volvo solved the problem for me over the phone. Here are some other possible issues with a Volvo XC90s sunroof: The sunroof can be leaking if it is not working properly. To do this just loosen the screws that hold teh runner down and gently flex it up about 1/3". 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. The power to the sunroof may also be malfunctioning, which could cause it to not work at all. This is not the case, it just rained and the headliner is wet. The blue and red wires at the two prong connector should be +12V or -12V depending on sunroof momentary switch position. When you are happy with the positioning of the sunroof, move the liner forward and flip up the sunroof to reattach the clips to the lining. installed, make sure the moonroof closes properly. Worth the bother? My sun roof was jamming in the rear raised position and I fixed it in this way. 2 Operate the sunroof switch to position the sunroof in the tilt position, then release the switch. To access the screws on the front will require you to 'spring' the wind deflector open wider than normal. Sunroof Headliner Replacement. 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. The sunroof works great, only the shade won't move Any ideas of what could be happening? Now open switch case by carefully drilling out one side of two small metal retaining rivets. In contrast, if the wires show resistance, then there is a short and they must be replaced. 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. Close the sunroof and make adjustments. Don't listen to what anyone else tells you trust me and ask for 1/8" material. 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. water leaks and the rest runs out of the catch tray and onto the Just leave the roof in parked position. 2) The sunroof does not open or close properly. I suppose now would be a good time to bench test the motor. At my wits end on this one. Blast. There are 2 clips that are best removed/gripped with needle-nose pliers, unclip them and these will release the head-liner cover from the moving panel. stuck half open / closed or making an awful noise when trying to move it. My conclusion was that the white one had worn to the point that it no longer activated the microswitches reliably. The Volvo sunroof leak class action lawsuit alleges that the defect ends up causing damage to the interior of affected vehicles. I will not discuss the more involved procedures, cable replacement, sealing strip replacement, cable sleeve replacement or complete removal of the frame. Thanks to Princeton Volvo for saving me alot of time from my busy days!! Disconnect the rear of the coil springs on either side where they are connected to the flat spring bails. Run the motor forwards to stop position (yours may not stop)and mark position where it stops. Using the remote outside the vehicle, lock and unlock the doors, get inside and turn the key to on. How is the perforated sunroof cover during mid summer day. Moonroofs. I . flat and level, while fully and properly closed . Electric Sunroof Motor Overhaul. Loosen the front catches then adjust the copper screws. Forum for the P2-platform S60 / V70 / XC70 / S80 models, S80 '98-'06 / S60 '00-'09 / V70 & XC70 '00-'07 General, Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1. The proper solution, IMHO, is to replace the gasket. Totally unacceptable so I contacted Volvo cars USA and they handled it promptly and basically told the dealership it needed to be replaced. 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. I have not tried this, but it may actually be easier if you have a second pair of hands. Some 900's have a moonroof, a glass panel instead of stamped steel, like my 965, and I will not address them. This vehicle was introduced in 2002 and has become a hit among customers. Now that it's HOPEFULLY calibrated correctly, and that there is not a deeper underlying problem, there is information on the internet to make slight adjustments, basically you can access torx head bolts (after GENTLY unclipping the bellows covers) I only had to slightly loosen the two rear bolts (one each side) to adjust the trailing edge of the sunroof glass (up or down) to line up flush with the roof by using a straight edge laid on the roof. Found historical records. The calibration is complete. 3. Volvos manufacturing facility is located in Gothenburg, Sweden. The adjustment screws on my sunroof were maxed, and the sunroof was still low. 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. A few hours job which took me days to trace and fix. replace the motor and tighten all screws. way back. It's my first as a late in life driver, and I don't want to let it go. The fuse is good so why will it not open? Warning The vent can "pop-up on you and get wedged over the metal cross-piece. Sunroof Leaks. 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). This will expose all parts, and adjustment screws. 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. does not research or authenticate any of the Answers provided. Replace your sunroof supports and mechanics with the newer design from a junker. It seemed a little odd as it was leaking from both sides. Everything else on the car is working fine. It comes about halfway forward to close and then if you pull the button, will come another couple inches, . [Response: Tony Stanley] If it's a factory fitted sunroof the 'seal' is not to meant to be a perfect seal and the gutter should carry away the water to the four sunroof drains at the front and rear corners of the sunroof pan. 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. Close the panoramic roof from fully open position. My car has push start button. 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. How do I properly time the crank with these cycles?. 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. It is considered to be one of the safest cars on the market and comes with a host of safety features. You can find the button for controlling the panoramic roof above the interior rearview mirror. If the sunroof does not work, it could also be due to loose wires in the electrical system of the car. Just be careful the vent panel doesn't slip upwards and get caught. 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. You will see a large slotted screw, possibly with a ball bearing in the middle of it. Then open the car from the inside through the open window (this will trip the alarm. One of the things that you can do in order to fix your sunroof is to perform a reset. To check for debris, try to open and close the sunroof manually with a pair of pliers. XC90 T6 2006 No dash, windows, sunroof, wipers, indicators and no start. My 89 740 has one and it makes driving with sunroof open quiet even at 75 mphwell, not silent but quiet. These are the procedures I used to fix my sunroof. Pull up on the back of the sunroof which exposes the clips that hold the sunroof in place. Unsolder just one side of the common copper ribbon holding the microswitches together (just one side is good, leave the other side attached to the other switch). If you feel under the rocker panel, there is a "D" shaped hole that the water from the sunroof and the fresh air vent (at the base of the windshield) drain to. Sunroof Stuck Open: Check Electricals. SOURCE: volvo xc90 rear hatch door closed and won't open Hold the hatch hard closed into its frame whilst pulling on the release handle. Alignment Notes. I had thought these arms were only responsible for pulling the flap down, but this proved incorrect. Sunroof Sticks When Closing. Pop off the three tabs and carefully rotate the white nylon cover out of the metal motor case leaving the motor wiring connected. Always operate the panoramic roof with caution. If the motor is not working, it could be due to a blown fuse. While the sunroof is apart, clean out the tracks and lubricate the moving parts. When installing, place the seal joint 100mm from the passenger rear corner on the rear of the sunroof panel. Move that arm back to neutral position and try it on the other side. I tried pulling on the glass while the switch . They have more nationwide connections. My 2008 xc90 sunroof was opened and it will not close. This little procedure will save you $100's of dollars. [Editor] The sunroof switch fails frequently, usually showing intermittent symptoms, because of the high current loads through the switch. [Inquiry:] My sunroof motor has died and I do not want to spend $400-500 to replace with a new Volvo motor. [Editor] There is a Volvo TSB (83910, August 1994) describing a procedure to replace the headliner on the sunroof and the inner panel. There is a large screw with a button in the middle on the motor assembly. The before pictures below show the area which needs to For example, a sunroof can be broken if the plastic parts are damaged or scratched. Last reported odo: 000 mi. They can be removed without removing anything else by using a small jewelers screwdriver to move the microswitch plungers out of the way of the selenoid actuator. 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. Other car I worked on was a crank-driven roof on an 85 740 GLE, but I think there was no involvement with these cables, except to unclip 'em when the panel came out? These hold the liner in place. 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 Now re-connect the ground lead on the battery and test sunroof. I used a lightweight mallet - no damage to be done because the fabric was being replaced. 07-16-2004, 07:28 AM #5. barrysharp. This plastic cover contains two microswitches, a selenoid (remember "click") and three small pointed plungers. It's likely to be the switch- replacement is pretty straightforward. 2004 volvo xc 90 AUTO T - 6 / V - 6 twin turbo , 2900 c.c. End result is an absolutely quiet windflap. Look up at the now-exposed inside of the sunroof outer panel. Volvo XC90 Forum is the premier Volvo XC90 community. Try beetlebob's procedure before disconnecting the battery; no harm in seeing if it works. I have a 2008 XC90, I LOVE this car. There may be an issue with these switches as to positioning when the motor stops, but bear in mind it is possible to toss the motor and use a crank/manual version from another model. Sunroof Motor and Cable Alignment/Reindexing. 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. Disconnect the motor from the gears. This requires you to remove the four hoses and clips around the perimiter. Lift the sunroof panel out of the roof (with care) . S60 and S60 Twin Engine/Recharge Plug-in Hybrid from model year 2020 to 2022. It took more than 20 phone calls to have the case escalated to the point that Volvo agreed to tow the car to a local tire store. VehicleHistory.com Is there an iternal fuse in the motor? If no movement then motor is in vent position. 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. Put the control arms in the neutral position (the little wing on the arm is in the notch in the rail. Alternate solution: Drop the whole pan that holds the sunroof in place. 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 It might be due to your siren module having a deceased long-life battery. Sale Record (classifieds) East Haven, CT, 06512. With the roof out, your experience should allow you to fix whatever I have neglected to mention. My experience with my '90 740 GLE follows. by VCA 13 May 2011, 10:13, Post As I said, it has worked for me, no more wind noise! It hasn't leaked since. It was under warranty anyway.. Hopefully that's the end of your moonroof trouble. If the screws are loose, tighten them, if missing, find and replace. by brandonbeach14 12 May 2011, 14:31, Post The sunroofs are usually covered with a transparent glass, which allows people to see through it. No high fees. I'd noticed my sunroof wasn't totally flush but thought maybe that is easy way things are. 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. The cross profile of the rubber strip is "h" shaped. You can see the adjustment Allen (some may be Torx or Phillips) screws in the four corners. Any suggestions? Most likely you will see that the screw/worm that drives the roof back on either side will be gummed up with old grease/lube, in typical Volvo fashion; I found that liberal doses of WD40 loosened the goo so it was possible to remove a lot of it. [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"). Vacuum the accessible portions of the sunroof pan too. If you replace broken tracks/racks, I would replace them in pairs, as whatever shock that has caused the roof to fail may have affected both sides. While the motor is out, carefully pry the Dry seals, or, which have collapsed over time, will not hold the glass properly in place . Sunroof Overhaul. Sunroofs are better compared to canvas tops because they are able to be opened and closed with ease. Lubricate the Move the sunroof to the 'all the way open' position. Result: So far the sunroof has operated 100% reliably. Removing Sunroof Switch. Push back the panel was far as it will go without undoing anything. On mine when you closed the sunroof it would close then open back up six inches as if it hit something. This happens to me every time I do a battery. Open the roof to the vent position. , and then take the key with you when leaving the car. [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. My 965 has an electric motor. Move it back so that about one inch is showing at the rear. Take care not to scratch surfaces or damage strips. Canvas tops, for example, can be easily slashed by aspiring car thieves. I have removed clips and springs per FAQ but the liner will not slide back to reveal mechanicals does anyone have a secret weapon for adjusting the worm drive when the motor is still in your way. 6. A little investigation showed the water was See it wasn't that bad! See the Sunroof Sag section for details. Make sure the sunroof retracting mounts, up front and to the side, are properly positioned and as far forward as possible. If you need to replace the pre-molded steel first bet is a junkyard brick, second bet is the hardware store (you just need a piece of thin and lightly maleable steel in the appropriate dimensions), final is Volvo (maybe they should be first, but something tells me they don't supply this piece separately). I looked at the seal? The mechanism on most cars consists a grab/release on the door and a simple metal hop at the bottom of the frame. Re-lube was done with spray lithium grease, but beware the close proximity to headliner et al, the grease fairly flies about and careful masking is required. [Tip from Warren Bain. If you get flashing lights and silence, you have your culprit. 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