Removal Procedure

NOTE: A new sunroof frame assembly will not have the sunroof window or the sunshade as components of the new service part.

Fig 1: View Of Sunroof Motor/Actuator, Electrical Connector & Screws

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The old sunroof window and sunshade will need to be installed to the new sunroof frame assembly.
Remove the sunroof window. Refer to Sunroof Window Replacement .
Remove the sunshade panel. Refer to Sunroof Sunshade Replacement (CF5) .
Remove the air deflector. Refer to Sunroof Air Deflector Replacement (Impala) .

NOTE: It is only necessary to lower the headliner. Only do the steps in headliner replacement that will lower the headliner enough to gain access.

Lower the headliner. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement .
Disconnect the electrical connector on the sunroof actuator.
Cut the tie straps securing the electrical harness to the sunroof cable rear drive tube.

Fig 2: Identifying Drain Spout

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Fig 3: Identifying Drain Hose At Drain Spout On Rear Of The Sunroof Module

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Fig 4: Removing & Installing Sunroof Module-To-Roof Bolts

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Remove the sunroof frame to the roof bolts (1).
Remove the 2 center, side to side, bolts last in order to help support the sunroof frame to the roof ring.
Remove the last 2 sunroof to roof ring bolts.
With the aid of an assistant, lower and remove the sunroof frame assembly out the passenger side door.