Section 52 (Power Sunroof System (Service Information)): Motor/Module-Sunroof: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: The Excessive Force Limitation (EFL) feature must be calibrated any time a sunroof motor/module is replaced with a new component. Failure to perform this procedure could result in vehicle damage and/or personal injury. (Refer to ELECTRICAL/POWER TOP/MOTOR - STANDARD PROCEDURE - EXCESSIVE FORCE LIMITATION (EFL) CALIBRATION) for the appropriate procedure.

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Sunroof Motor/Module

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Position the power sunroof motor/module (1) in the vehicle.
Install the motor/module retaining screws (3). Tighten the screws to 4 N.m (35 in. lbs.).
Connect the motor/module electrical connector (2).
Connect the battery negative cable and move the sunroof through one open and close cycle to confirm proper system operation.
Install the vehicle headliner, (Refer to BODY/INTERIOR/HEADLINER - INSTALLATION) .
Perform the sunroof position calibration. (Refer to ELECTRICAL/POWER TOP/MOTOR - STANDARD PROCEDURE - SUNROOF POSITION CALIBRATION) .
Perform the Excessive Force Limitation (EFL) calibration. (Refer to ELECTRICAL/POWER TOP/MOTOR - STANDARD PROCEDURE - EXCESSIVE FORCE LIMITATION (EFL) CALIBRATION) .
Verify proper operation of the power sunroof system.