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. There are 3 different sources available. To check for a blockage, try to remove any debris from the sunroof and make sure that there are no blocks in the mechanism. year to help you gain confidence about one of your largest purchase decisions. Using the remote outside the vehicle, lock and unlock the doors, get inside and turn the key to on. 4. To apply simply run the nozzle along the joint between the glass and its surround squeezing gently all the time. Open the roof in the vent position and use a flashlight to take a closer look. About a week later, decided to get a touch free wash. After the wash, I noticed some of the sunroof seal was detached and poking up through the frame. by 1 Turn the ignition switch to position 1. 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. 2004 volvo xc 90 AUTO T - 6 / V - 6 twin turbo , 2900 c.c. Then move one cable using a flat blade screwdriver. Try beetlebob's procedure before disconnecting the battery; no harm in seeing if it works. [John Sargent] I can tell you the moonroof tray is not nearly as good as the sunroof Great to hear it may be a simple fix! 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. The moonroof tray won't do this; it will deal with only small In contrast, if the wires show resistance, then there is a short and they must be replaced. Bluetooth technology is built into this Volvo XC90, keeping your hands on the steering wheel and your focus on the road. Adjust the sunroof height by operating the sunroof SLIGHTLY in the rearward position and also in the ventilation position, flipped up in the back. There is a large screw with a button in the middle on the motor assembly. Remove ice and snow before opening the panoramic roof. Re-Aligning the Crank Gears While Aligning the Sunroof. Here are some other possible issues with a Volvo XC90s sunroof: The sunroof can be leaking if it is not working properly. 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. The sunroof roof itself is only held into place by 6-8 screws, and lifts out once you gain access to these and remove them. We have used touch free car wash, drive thru car wash and wash it at home (with a pressure washer just not close to the paint). Now just pull the whole assembly out through the top. CTCCC can be used to repair water leaks between the sunroof glass and gasket. , and then take the key with you when leaving the car. Press the sunroof switch in order to position the sunroof in its tilt position. My switch had 63 Ohms across these terminals when they should've been around 1-2 Ohms. Not sure if it's the same setup as the cars, but the alarm module may have failed, which is extremely common. The range of models may vary depending on market. tubes. The reason for this is that the headliner must go under various edges around the car (including under that plastic edge at the sunroof opening) and the 1/4" is too thick to fit. Put a blanket on the roof so you have somewhere to set the panel. Looking closely I noticed that there was discoloration on the end of the metal bars that the adjustment screws hold the sunroof onto. We offer one of the largest collection of Volvo XC90 related news, gallery and technical articles. You will notice the cranking mechanism is nothing more than a modified worm gear arrangement. I can hear this at highway speeds. Possible Issues With a Volvo XC90's Sunroof A sunroof may cause problems if it's not functioning properly. Put the tracks aside. Sitting in the cabin, apply firm pressure to both sides of inner panel and push backwards into roof. The headliner will release from these two clips when you push it back. Some 900's have a moonroof, a glass panel instead of stamped steel, like my 965, and I will not address them. Or possibly the car has to run through a few drive cycles before everyting comes back online ? 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. Replace the mechanisms by removing the two SMALL circlips with a small screwdriver. The sunroof may not open or close properly if it is damaged or has been opened and closed a lot. You only need to replace the support struts and accompanying components, not the roof itself (but removing it makes it easier to gain access to the elements). Now, you have to wire it in. Post My 89 740 has one and it makes driving with sunroof open quiet even at 75 mphwell, not silent but quiet. Sunshade is stuck fully open. Children, other passengers or objects may be trapped by the panoramic roof's moving parts. Thanks to Princeton Volvo for saving me alot of time from my busy days!! Repair: The fix for this is nasty and tedious, but it is doable and inexpensive if you have access to a junkyard. I should also note that the job is slightly easier if you remove the retaining arms entire connection bracket. Use some locktite blue on any you have to tighten up. 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. to open the panoramic roof to ventilation position. With the roof out, your experience should allow you to fix whatever I have neglected to mention. Put the control arms in the neutral position (the little wing on the arm is in the notch in the rail. Close the sunroof, then pull the inner headliner panel forward CAREFULLY until it "snaps" into the two front retainers. See also Ken Didnah's sunroof overhaul tips below.] The power to the sunroof may also be malfunctioning, which could cause it to not work at all. There is one towards each upper corner of the cloth cover . I didn't. Dry seals, or, which have collapsed over time, will not hold the glass properly in place . End result is an absolutely quiet windflap. I do not have them on my roof, but maybe on an older one? If this happens, the sunroof may not open and close properly. I don't have a manual yet so I'm not sure how this is supposed to work. This should recalibrate the system. To do this just loosen the screws that hold teh runner down and gently flex it up about 1/3". I have a vague memory of some cables and small springs? Do you know how to get at the roof? cam follower was correct and that the roof will continue to work properly. My issue was different then yours but they replaced the whole sunroof track and motor with a 2017 version. Well, I have tried every suggestion above with no results as well as the calibration process in the Haynes Manual. My sun roof was jamming in the rear raised position and I fixed it in this way. Will it open? But you can't baby it. How extensive is it to perform, or is it a square peg into a round hole Do you know of a good aftermarket manual crank or motor unit available? Look at the control mechanisms to determine the extent of the repair. Reassemble case and epoxy switch case cover (you'll never do this again). The seal sits on the bottom lip and can be removed by pressing down on it. As I recall, they are involved with split-rings, diabolically small and determined to shoot far under your workbench. 2. I took out the motor, lubed everything and the motor appears to work fine. The other thing is to remove the cover from the sunroof motor. [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. 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. Normal behavior is swiping for both, pressing once on the back side just vents the roof. I also don't have a remote for the car, but I'm not sure if that would be an issue or not. I removed the seal around the glass and had a good look. Pry off the rear gutter arms away from the frame. attach it. 1 4 4 comments Best Add a Comment galactica_pegasus 4 yr. ago [Charles Salley] I used a black silicone trim sealant from my local auto parts store that came with a fine nozzle attachment to force the product into tight areas. It should sit down slightly from the roof but there should be no gaps. Also the roof is rarely cleaned or lubricated: if this is done carefully, the only thing to do is to replace worn/broken bits and then adjust the 4 adjusting screws, one at each corner. Sunroof Stuck Open XC90. Sunroof wont open - Answered by a verified Volvo Mechanic. By capillary action the liquid is drawn in to the joint. G. GrayVolvo 4 Replies. The Other-Princeton Volvo solved the problem for me over the phone. If the motor still just clicks then it will likely one of the two microswitches located in the timing gear cover. dry inside. So with a little time to clean up and reseal then placing the main seal back , no more leaks. XC60, XC60 Twin Engine/Recharge Plug-in Hybrid, V90 Twin Engine/Recharge Plug-in Hybrid and S90 Twin Engine/Recharge Plug-in Hybrid from model year 2018 to 2021. Slip the headliner off of the exterior. (you could also solve this by altering the bend in the retaining arms themselves, bending them up so the sunroof contacts and drives them down farther earlier, but that metal is a three way piece and much more resistant to general "flexing".) I couldn't get the roof to line up with the control. Remember to always switch off the power supply to the panoramic roof by setting the car's electrical system in ignition position 0, and then take the key with you when leaving the car. The first and most important step is to determine the extent of your sunroof problem. If you're getting proper voltage to the motor verify brown ground wire is well grounded (very important!). The pull the red and blue wire to the switch which you have fitted in a spare switch socket and attach red to red and blue to blue. Pull on these to remove the headliner from the exterior part of the sunroof. The sunroofs are usually covered with a transparent glass, which allows people to see through it. [Inquiry] Does anyone have experience with the plex wind deflectors? My car has push start button. Move that arm back to neutral position and try it on the other side. Take your time, have a friend assist, maybe even videotape the entire procedure, just in case. No waiting. The calibration is complete. If you get flashing lights and silence, you have your culprit. 5. Resolder switches and reassemble them into the cover. I will discuss adjustment and control mechanism replacement. [Inquiry] The power sunroof on my '91 940T has stopped functioning, and is stuck all the way "open" (tilted up, rather) and won't go back down. grendel1960 4 Replies. DO NOT FORCE ANYTHING. Some of the serews are machine screwsa and some are sheet metal screws. A few hours job which took me days to trace and fix. C ColoradoCruiser Registered Then close the roof and hook the springs back on with the help of the coat hanger hook. It hasn't leaked since. Run motor forwards again (should go to vent position). I had thought these arms were only responsible for pulling the flap down, but this proved incorrect. These are the procedures I used to fix my sunroof. 1 Turn the ignition switch to position 1. In use it is necessary to wait until the first application has dried; when using in cold damp conditions it takes longer than 30 mins. Swiping once will open shade and swiping again will open roof. Sunroofs are also made of plastic or aluminum, depending on the model of car. How is the perforated sunroof cover during mid summer day. 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. One of the things that you can do in order to fix your sunroof is to perform a reset. If these do not drain, chances are the drain is blocked or the hose is kinked. I bought a used 2016 XC 90 The sunroof shade will retract and close and the roof will pop up and down but the roof will not go back? tray at catching water and getting it into the drain hoses. by JRL 12 May 2011, 19:40, Post 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. 1. My door latch before was malfunctioning that obviously needed replacement, I was spraying it with a bit of silicone for it to close. If there is no resistance, then the wiring of the circuit is good. If no 12V supply is available (I use an old Sun computer power supply) test in the car (see below). I looked at the seal? Seized sunroof motor. Now that you know the possible issues that your sunroof may have, here are some pointers on how you can check on it: If the sunroof does not work, the motor that operates it may be dead. There are 5 different sources available. My experience with my '90 740 GLE follows. Slide it back on its tracks SLOWLY but surely, keeping an eye on it to make sure it the vent is down and that it is properly aligned. The message will appear if there is a problem. V60, V60 Twin Engine/Recharge Plug-in Hybrid and V60 Cross Country from model year 2019 to 2022. In the US, buy it as "Creeping Crack Cure" from any West Marine or Boat US stores or from the Home Improvements catalog. No, I didn't have the Key in position II. 3 Press the switch again for at least 5 seconds, so the sunroof closes. Alternate solution: Drop the whole pan that holds the sunroof in place. Its vehicles are sold in nearly 200 markets, selling approximately 700,000 cars in 2021 alone. I will bet that they won't guarantee one of those motors once it's out of their sight. [Tip from John Sargent] The motor (or hand crank) is supposed to move both cables an equal amount. Watch to see you are moving the side which needs to be re-indexed. Adjust these so that leading edge of sunroof is 1 MM lower than car roof.Adjust trailing edge 1 MM higher than car roof. This requires you to remove the four hoses and clips around the perimiter. Blast. Sunroof Leaks. Press and hold the switch for at least five seconds, so that the sunroof closes. DON'T lose the square plastic retainer/washers mounted on the rearmost screws. Emergency Leakstopper: [John Sargent] Get some clear duct tape from Home Depot and seal the gap until you can repair it. 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. 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. 2 Operate the sunroof switch to position the sunroof in the tilt position, then release the switch. See it wasn't that bad! Check the top of the roof, if it's flush then look at the adjustable catch on the front edge of the roof panel. I used a dry stick lube on the tracks, but I think something less viscous might help the operation (perhaps the aforementioned lithium grease? It took me a while to figure this out, so I hope someone will benefit. Remove the screws from the sides of the pan. This exposes the mounting screws. Can't guess why except they're about the right age to fail, and they're among the earliest cars to have this unit. the cables at a spot putting it out of synch. You can see the adjustment Allen (some may be Torx or Phillips) screws in the four corners. Close all of the doors and bonnet. Close the panoramic roof from fully open position. [Response: W. Bain] I have a manual crank in my '86 744Ti and it is blissful. 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. the sun roof opens and closes but the shade curtain is stuck in the open position. XC40 Twin Engine/Recharge Plug-in Hybrid from model year 2020 onwards. See the FAQ section for instructions to remove it. 2020 VOLVO XC90 - YV4A22PKXL1546219 - Sale Record. Lubrication. If motor doesn't stop in same position, adjust it using a screwdriver. There are 8 to 12 screws that hold it in place. Removing the Sunroof Pan to Replace the Headliner. Just leave the roof in parked position. The front groove is long and closed at both ends. Push the liner back into the space where the roof would normally retract. Close the sunroof and open the sunshield. I used a lightweight mallet - no damage to be done because the fabric was being replaced. The sunroof is supposed to be closed after all. There are four in the front and (depending on model) two on either side in the middle, and two on either side in the back. The motor will then not function properly and will not open or close. Still a problem? If your electric sunroof will not retract, you can manually close it using a screwdriver. Top Contributors this Month View All shaunmtravis 4 Replies. BTW, if the motor moves you will have to retime the motor :-) more on this later. On the middle of the three cams there is a white plastic follower that moves a plastic leaf that in turn activates both microswitches. How do you tell if it's a common failure item? [Dave Rogers] If your car has a sunroof, replacing the headliner is more difficult. Always operate the panoramic roof with caution. Up on both side of the roof, parallel to the tracks, you will find one per side of black/grey injection molded, plastic strips. 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. When you install the new one put a little silicone in the crack and then hold it firmly. / 268 H.P. Vehicle History's team of automotive experts brings you the most accurate and up-to-date used car information. RIP, S60 2011+ and V60 2015+ and XC60 2010-2018, 240, 740, 760, 780, Bertone, 940, 960, V90, S90, 120, 130, 140, 164, PV series, Duett, 210, 1800. Remove the cover. 1990+ models have a separate rubber sealing flap at the rear edge of the gutter: when the roof is in the vent position, make sure this is secure along the entire length of the edge since it can slip off. I pulled the seal off to find that water had been getting under the seal and managing to track around the glass panel thanks to Volvo's crap attempt at sealing the glass to the frame. They are able to achieve excellent fuel economy, which makes them great options for drivers who are looking for an efficient vehicle. Any other ideas:? Test the speed of the motor by inserting a screwdriver into the center of the motor, in the area where the nylon brush is attached. Any suggestions? You will see two spring loaded hooks which are attached to the sunroof liner and hooked to the sunroof. The panel just sits on the tracks in the front, and is actually a loose fit. The repair was carried out the day after Guy Fawkes Night; three days later it has hardly stopped raining and the inside of the sunroof is as dry as a bone. After several days of rain the car is Adjust it between the two stop marks. They are fairly obvious and easy to access with needle-nose pliers. couldn't move. The vent can "pop-up on you and get wedged over the metal cross-piece. You can cut extra length off using tin snips (the seal has a metal core). If not, I can't help. An overhaul is labor intensive and a new motor might be a better choice] [Response: Rob Bareiss] Replace the motor or live with it. This video shows you a quick way to get it open or. Pull the whole assembly toward the front of the car and out the sunroof hole. from the auto parts store, a hard plastic card, a spray bottle of Remove the trim bit that goes along the top of the windshield and also the mirror, the sun visors and the sun visor clips. 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. You must log in or register to reply here. The sunroof on my 960 was leaking between the glass and its plastic/rubber surround. If you notice that your motor is dead, you can replace it with a new one. 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? One of the pre-molded pieces actually snapped as I was playing with it. [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). The rear pops into place by the action of the racks, those that are most likely damaged, and its position is adjusted by the screws that you remove to take off the panel, as well as by the position of the worms when the motor shuts off - you can observe this as the worm should sit in the bottom of the rack, holding it flush, when the motor stops turning. Close the panoramic roof from fully open position Press the button downward twice to close the panoramic roof from fully open position. [Tips from George Holmer] To convert your manual sunroof to a electric one and enjoy the luxury of a smooth, button operated opening and closing of the sunroof, simply do as follows: At a breakers yard, find a sunroof motor, a motor cover colour matched to your headlining and a switch matching your dash style. You will see a large slotted screw, possibly with a ball bearing in the middle of it. by brandonbeach14 13 May 2011, 11:55, Post It is considered to be one of the safest cars on the market and comes with a host of safety features. It's my first as a late in life driver, and I don't want to let it go. Volvo is a car manufacturer that is best known for its robust safety features, durability, and design. To the parking voucher offer. When pushing the switch, the click if the motor solenoid could be heard, but the motor did not operate. You can find the button for controlling the panoramic roof above the interior rearview mirror. 1) Try to perform a reset of your sunroof. to close the panoramic roof from fully open position. T20 screws that hold the gutter channel to the frame. to close the panoramic roof from ventilation position. Make sure the sunroof itself sits in the roof properly, i.e. Operated the remote twice. 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 helpful to have a helper for lifting and moving the glass unit. one each at the front and rear of each track, left and right. Is there a way to reset it or to manually close it. Close and open the sunroof after each small flex to make sureyou don't overdo it you only want it to just clear the sunroof edge. 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. : Update----I found a recalibration process for the sunroof if the battery has been disconnected, but it didn't work. If this happens, the sunroof may not open and close properly. To reinstall, mount it back in the roof opening in the vented position. If the sunroof does not work, it could also be due to loose wires in the electrical system of the car. (passenger side is one inch lower than driver side. Do not try to operate the sunroof at this time since it is loose and the liner would be pushed back into the bowels of the car never to see the light of day! Note: you HAVE to remove the sunroof to do this since the ring slips off from the bottom. Did you lock and unlock the car three times with the key? Remove the metal stock wind deflector and it should reveal the motor driven gear where it engages the cables. Retiming motor (electrically installed in car): Sunroof Won't Stop at Close: Motor Defective. I will also not discuss 140's and 240's since I have only experience with 700's. Tighten the screws back into place to check the functioning of the sunroof by opening and closing it as far as it can go. On mine when you closed the sunroof it would close then open back up six inches as if it hit something. Key in position II engine not running. Mercedes-Benz Forum The functionality of Volvo sunroofs is also very simple, and they can be opened by just pushing one button. If you are able to open and close the sunroof manually, the motor has failed and needs to be replaced. You might get lucky and find a good one in a junkyard. http://www.midlandchandlers.co.uk/searchresults.aspx?searchterm=capt. To reset the 2016 volvo xc60 sunroof you will need to hold the sunroof open switch until the sunroof begins to close. Replace the cover which contains the microswitches and selenoid onto the motor case. The Volvo Genuine Part number is 9483170. Everything else on the car is working fine. If the screws are loose, tighten them, if missing, find and replace. I suppose now would be a good time to bench test the motor. Wind deflector definately worth it!! Yes the screen goes back an then the roof jumps but will not open it will pop up to the vent mode but not slide back. Turn on and off the car 5 times. 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. Back outside with the panel almost fully extracted remove the screws mentioned above. Reinstall the gear to the roof. My 2008 xc90 sunroof was opened and it will not close. 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. Open the roof to the vent position. [Editor] These seals for 740/760/940 and 780 models are reported as "discontinued" by many Volvo dealers. VOLVO XC60 XC70 XC90 - HOW TO OPEN SUN ROOF - YouTube 0:00 / 1:08 VOLVO XC60 XC70 XC90 - HOW TO OPEN SUN ROOF DIY Pinto 69.3K subscribers 60K views 5 years ago How to open sunroof. The sunroof is still stuck shut. There are (2?) The dealer said the 2016 model had issues with water getting in and causing electrical problems. Reinstall the coil springs on the flat bails. Sunroof Motor and Cable Alignment/Reindexing. Tollys Creeping Crack Cure. Don't do anything to the "push back guard", (not necessary) or look for springs or clips, (there aren't any.) It's likely to be the switch- replacement is pretty straightforward. Remove the drive gear from the roof. Transfer the spring to the new control mechanism and place the new one where the old one was, make sure the small plastic covered tab is in it's slot and on top of the flat metal 'spring'. Are they ok, are screws missing or are they loose? It also turns out that these pieces and their accompanying brackets aren't stainless, because the whole damned thing was rusting like mad. [Tips from Dan Williams] Removing the sunroof is not as daunting as you might think. Sale Record (classifieds) East Haven, CT, 06512. Open case carefully to avoid spring, switch assembly from flying behind/over/under workbench. The cover has something like plumbers putty to waterproof it, so you might want to have some putty on hand. Does it help the buffeting? It can be purchased from the manufactures website www.captaintolley.com or from one of the retailers listed on the site. First founded in 1927, it has grown to become one of the most well-known car brands in the world. Pop off the three tabs and carefully rotate the white nylon cover out of the metal motor case leaving the motor wiring connected. I have a 2008 XC90, I LOVE this car. Pressing the close button doesn't do anything, the shade is not moving. A used seal may be appropriate if a new one is unavailable. (not just popped up). You should now have a track assembly and the sunroof. 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. My sunroof all of a sudden won't close. From them it cost 4 plus 2 P&P including vat., others were charging up to 12 + P&P. You should see a rod across the middle, the track runners, etc. Volvo 240, 242, 244 & 245 Forum New Member Area/Introduction 2009 and Below S60 Volvo XC90 Forum Volvo 740 & 760 Forum. Thankfully mine was under warranty. Vacuum the accessible portions of the sunroof pan too. Loosen the hose clamps from the drain hoses and remove the hoses. If the car is switched off, turn the start knob to START and release the knob. 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