Sunroof Frame and Drain Tube Replacement
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations and the precautions and procedures before doing repairs or service.
  1. Remove these items:
  1. Disconnect the drain tubes (A). LHD model is shown; RHD model is symmetrical.
  1. Detach the harness clip (B).
  1. With an assistant holding the frame (A), remove the bolts, starting at the rear, and release the rear hooks (B) by moving the frame forward.
  1. With the help of an assistant, carefully remove the frame through the front door opening. Take care not to scratch the interior trim and the body, or tear the seat covers.
Front Drain Tube
  1. Remove these items:
  1. Detach the clips (A) securing the front drain tube (B). Passenger's side: Remove the drain tube from the tube clip (C). Remove the front drain valve (D) from the body. The passenger's side is shown; the driver's side is similar.
Rear Drain Tube
  1. Remove these items from the trunk compartment:
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      Spare tyre lid
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      Tool box spacer
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      Trunk floor box
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      Trunk rear trim panel
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      Trunk rear side trim panel
  1. Remove the rear drain tube (A) from the tube clip (B). Remove the rear drain valve (C) from the body, and tie a string to the top end of the drain tube, then pull the drain tube down out of the rear pillar. Leave the string in the pillar to use when reinstalling the drain tube.
  1. Install the frame and the drain tube in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
    • Before installing the frame, clear the drain tubes and the drain valves using compressed air.
    • When installing, tie the string that was left in the pillar to the top end of the new drain tube and pull it up into the roof.
    • Check the frame seal.
    • Clean the surface of the frame.
    • When installing the frame, first attach the rear hooks into the body holes.
    • Make sure the connectors are plugged in properly.
    • When connecting the drain tube, slide it over the frame nozzle at least 10 mm (0.39 in.).
    • Install the tube clip (A) on the drain tube (B) as shown.
  1. Check for water leaks. Let the water run freely from a hose without a nozzle. Do not use a high-pressure spray.