P38 Sunroof problems/repair

[KARamsay]

Has any one fixed the slider on the sunroof when it breaks?

The tracks appear and operate fine, my problem is just the little plastic tabs that lock the sunroof closed, and lift it in the "vent" position have broken off. I think this is a pretty common problem, but have not been able to find any decent imformation on fixing it. I really don't think it warrents replacing the whole unit, but that seems to be the only answer any service folks will offer. I have seen a few parts listings for "sunroof Guide", but it is just a measely little plastic tab. My guide works fine.

Any thoughts?

[joes97rr4.6]

Anyone get around replacing the whole guide on the sunroof? Any help would be appreciated.

My sunroof slides back and forth, but no longer pops up to vent, and won't pop up to seal/close correctly. Help?

[afox04]

I just replaced my sunroof bc of the same issue. The dealer said it's caused by dirt particles getting inside. The resistance wears on the weakest (plastic parts). You will have to take the headliner out. start by taking the trim panels off (remove the seatbelts from the pillars first), then unscrew and unplug all the overhead accessories (lights, garage door opener, visors).

It's also a good time to have your local upholstery shop redo the fabric on the headliner if you have any loose areas. The foam degrades over the years, and there's no repairing it with spray adhesive as far as i know.

The next step is to cut the zip ties holding the drains. Use a mat knife and just press against the zip tie...it will pop off easily and the drain tubes slide off easily.

Using a friend's assistance, undo the 8 bolts around the frame holding the sunroof and it will drop. Ensure you unplug the connector before unbolting it. Slide it out the back, slide the replacement one in, and reassemble in the opposite order.

At this point, You're good to go.

[hermanpj]

The roofs are made by a Inalfa, the largest sunroof manufacturer in the world. parts are shuold not be impossible to find.

search for sunroof repair and call some shops to see if they have the parts for Inalfa roofs or take the assembly apart and take the broken parts to be looked at.

I took apart my runroof on my classic, cleaned and lubricated it completely and put it back together. prettry straightforward. works very well now.

[shannusch]

I'm in the process of dropping the sunroof out of a 2000 HSK. I've unbolted the eight bolts but the front will not drop. I don't want to force/break anything. What am I missing? Any suggestions before I do break something?

[HSE30]

Originally Posted by shannusch

I'm in the process of dropping the sunroof out of a 2000 HSK. I've unbolted the eight bolts but the front will not drop. I don't want to force/break anything. What am I missing? Any suggestions before I do break something?

I haven't pulled one out in ages, but by memory there are bolts securing the electric motor in place. Which is at the front, this could be whats holding the front in.

Regards Russell.

[shannusch]

I appreciate the response. I had to force it off. Someone had used some type of sealant/adhesive to the front seal. Was able to clean it up. I tried to adjust the height of the sun roof to the opening to ensure a proper seal but I think I'm going to have to order a new seal. I guess its a good time to get it all done at once since I just replaced the material on my head liner. I really don't want to do that again any time soon. Thanks again for the response.