Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base)

Warning

Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning.

Warning

Refer to SIR Warning.

Warning

Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Warning.

Caution

If a vehicle is equipped with a head curtain inflator module ensure that the inflator module and tether are undamaged. If tether or curtain airbag are damaged in any way, they must be replaced.

Caution

Use care when working around the head curtain inflator module. Sharp tools may puncture the curtain airbag. If the head curtain inflator module is damaged in any way, it must be replaced. Removal Procedure

1. Disable the SIR system. SIR Disabling and Enabling
2. Open the sunroof sunshade.

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 1

3. Reposition the sunroof opening trim finish lace to gain access to the bolts.
4. Sunroof Window Bolt (1) » Remove [6x]
5. Sunroof Window (2) » Remove

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 2

6. Reposition the sunroof opening trim finish lace to gain access to the bolts.
7. Sunroof Window Bolt (1) » Remove [6x]
8. Roof Stationary Window (2) @ Sunroof Window Seal » Disconnect
9. Roof Stationary Window (2) » Remove

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 3

10. Reposition the weatherstrip as necessary.
11. Pull down the windshield garnish molding (1) rearwards to release the tether from the A pillar.
12. Access the windshield garnish bolt (2) on the backside of the windshield garnish molding (1).
13. Windshield Garnish Molding Bolt (2) » Remove
14. Windshield Garnish Molding - Left Side (1) » Remove

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 4

15. Reposition the weatherstrip as necessary.
16. Windshield Pillar Assist Handle Cover (1) » Remove [2x]
17. Windshield Pillar Assist Handle Bolt (2) » Remove [2x]
18. Windshield Garnish Molding - Right Side (3) » Remove

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 5

19. Fold the assist handle downward and hold. (2)
20. Use a small flat-bladed tool to open the assist handle covers to access the bolts.
21. Roof Rail Assist Handle Bolt (1) » Remove [4x]
22. Roof Rail Assist Handle (2) » Remove [2x]

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 6

23. Sunshade Retainer Bolt Cover (1) » Remove
24. Sunshade Bolt (2) » Remove [3x]
25. Squeeze the tabs at the base of the sunshade (3) to detach it from the roof panel and allow the headliner with the sunshade attached to be lowered.

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 7

26. Sunshade Retainer Bolt Cover (1) » Remove
27. Sunshade Bolt (2) » Remove [3x]
28. Squeeze the tabs at the base of the sunshade (3) to detach it from the roof panel and allow the headliner with the sunshade attached to be lowered.

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 8

29. Using a flat-bladed plastic trim tool, release the retaining clips.
30. Roof Console Opening Trim Plate (1) » Remove
31. Roof Console Bolt (2) » Remove [2x]
32. Roof Console (3) » Remove
33. Disconnect the electrical connectors.

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 9

34. Open the sunshade support bolt access covers with an appropriate tool on both sides of vehicle.
35. Sunshade Support Bolt (1) » Remove [2x]

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 10

36. Insert a suitable flat-bladed plastic trim tool between the windshield multifunction sensor mount bracket cover insert (1) and windshield multifunction sensor mount bracket cover (2).
37. Separate the windshield multifunction sensor mount bracket cover insert (1) from the windshield multifunction sensor mount bracket cover (2).

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 11

38. Windshield Multifunction Sensor Mount Bracket Cover Insert (1) » Remove

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 12

39. Using a suitable plastic trim tool, carefully pry downward on the windshield multifunction sensor mount bracket cover (1) to release it from the windshield.
40. Pull downward to remove the windshield multifunction sensor mount bracket cover (1) from the windshield.

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 13

41. Using a suitable plastic trim tool, release the retaining tabs on the rear seat position center reading and courtesy lamp (1).

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 14

42. Using a suitable plastic trim tool, release the retaining tabs on the cargo center courtesy lamp  (1).

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 15

43. Place the coat hook (2) in the open position.
44. Coat Hook Bolt (1) » Remove [4x]
45. Coat Hook (2) » Remove [4x]

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 16

46. Move both front seats fully forward.
47. Use a flat bladed plastic tool between the center pillar center trim panel (1) and the center pillar upper trim panel to disengage the upper retaining clips (2) on both sides of the vehicle.
48. Pull from both sides of the center pillar center trim panel (1) to release the middle and lower retaining clips (2) on both sides of the vehicle.
49. Center Pillar Center Trim Panel (1) » Remove [2x]

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 17

Caution

Use care when working around the head curtain inflator module. Sharp tools may puncture the curtain airbag. If the head curtain inflator module is damaged in any way, it must be replaced.

50. Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Bolt Cap (1) » Remove [2x]
51. Center Pillar Upper Garnish Molding Bolt (2)» Remove [2x]
52. Pull the center pillar upper trim panel (3) toward the inside of the vehicle to disengage the retaining clips on both sides of the vehicle.

Note

The center pillar upper trim panel does not need to be fully removed from the vehicle.

53. Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel (3) » Reposition [2x]

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 18

54. Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Bolt Cap (1) » Remove
55. Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Bolt (2) » Remove

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 19

56. Using a flat-bladed plastic trim tool, release the retaining clips.

Note

The body lock pillar upper trim panel does not need to be fully removed from the vehicle.

57. Body Lock Pillar Upper Trim Panel (1) » Reposition

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 20

58. Using a flat-bladed plastic trim tool, release the retaining clips.
59. Pull the body side rear window garnish molding (1)  outwards enough to access the tether fastener.

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 21

60. Body Side Rear Window Garnish Molding Bolt (1) » Remove
61. Body Side Rear Window Garnish Molding Tether Retaining Clip (2) » Remove

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 22

62. Body Rear Corner Upper Garnish Molding Bolt (1) » Remove

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 23

63. Using a flat-bladed plastic trim tool, release the retaining clips.

Note

The body rear corner upper garnish Molding does not need to be fully removed from the vehicle.

64. Body Rear Corner Upper Garnish Molding (1) » Reposition

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 24

65. Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Bolt Cap (1) » Remove
66. Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Bolt (2) » Remove

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 25

67. Using a flat-bladed plastic trim tool, release the retaining clips.

Note

The body lock pillar upper trim panel does not need to be fully removed from the vehicle.

68. Body Lock Pillar Upper Trim Panel (1) » Reposition

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 26

69. Using a flat-bladed plastic trim tool, release the retaining clips.
70. Pull the body side rear window garnish molding (1) outwards enough to access the tether fastener.

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 27

71. Body Side Rear Window Garnish Molding Bolt (1) » Remove
72. Body Side Rear Window Garnish Molding Tether Retaining Clip (2) » Remove

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 28

73. Body Rear Corner Upper Garnish Molding Bolt (1) » Remove

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 29

74. Using a flat-bladed plastic trim tool, release the retaining clips.

Note

The body rear corner upper garnish molding does not need to be fully removed from the vehicle.

75. Body Rear Corner Upper Garnish Molding (1) » Reposition

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 30

76. Disconnect the rear seat belt mini-latch (1).

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 31

77. Using a suitable plastic trim tool, release the retaining tabs.
78. Rear Seat Center Belt Opening Bezel - 3rd Row Seat (1) » Remove
79. Feed the 3rd row seat center belt through the rear seat center belt opening bezel (1).

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 32

80. 3rd Row Seat Belt Guide Cover (1) » Open
81. Rear Seat Belt Guide Bolt (2) » Remove [2x]

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 33

82. 3rd Row Seat Belt Guide (1) » Reposition
83. Using a suitable trim tool, gently pry and pull downwards on the rear seat belt opening bezel  (2) to release the retaining clip on both sides of the vehicle.
84. Rear Seat Belt Opening Bezel (2) » Remove [2x]

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 34

85. Reposition the sunroof housing front drain hose.
86. Retaining Clip (1) » Remove [2x]
87. Place all the rear seats in the fully stowed position.
88. Place the front seats in the fully reclined position.
89. Disconnect the electrical connectors at the windshield module.
90. Lower the headlining trim panel.

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 35

91. Disconnect the sunroof housing front drain hoses (1) from the front sunroof housing drain gutters.

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 36

92. Disconnect the sunroof housing rear drain hoses (1) from the rear sunroof housing drain gutters.

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 37

93. Remove the 2 sunroof housing wiring harness retaining tabs (1).
94. Disconnect the electrical connectors.

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 38

95. Remove the 13 sunroof module bolts (1), leaving the side 2 centermost sunroof module bolts  (2) installed.

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 39

96. With the aid of an assistant, remove the 2 remaining sunroof module bolts (1) and gently lower the sunroof housing (2).
97. With the aid of an assistant, carefully remove the sunroof housing (2) and place on a clean prepared surface.

Sunroof Wiring Harness Replacement (Short Wheel Base) — figure 40

98. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
99. Release the sunroof wiring harness retaining tab (1).
100. Release the 5 sunroof wiring harness retaining clips (2).

Note

Observe the mounting and location of the sunroof wiring harness to ensure proper reinstallation.

101. Sunroof Wiring Harness (3) » Remove Installation Procedure

102. Sunroof Wiring Harness (3) » Install

103. Secure the 5 sunroof wiring harness retaining clips (2).

104. Secure the sunroof wiring harness retaining tab (1).

105. Connect the electrical connectors.

106. With the aid of an assistant, carefully install the sunroof housing (2).

107. With the aid of an assistant, install and hand tighten the side 2 centermost sunroof module bolts (1).

Caution

Refer to Fastener Caution.

7. Sunroof Module Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [13x] — Fastener Specifications

8. Sunroof Module Bolt (2) » Tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

9. Connect the electrical connectors.

10. Install the 2 sunroof housing wiring harness retaining tabs (1).

11. Connect the sunroof housing rear drain hoses (1) to the rear sunroof housing drain gutters.

12. Connect the sunroof housing front drain hoses (1) to the front sunroof housing drain gutters.

13. Headlining Trim Panel » Install

14. Connect the electrical connectors at the windshield module.

15. Place the front seats in the fully upright position.

16. Place all the rear seats in the fully upright and locked position.

17. Retaining Clip (1) » Install [2x]

18. Reposition the sunroof housing front drain hose.

19. Rear Seat Belt Opening Bezel (2) » Install [2x]

20. 3rd Row Seat Belt Guide (1) » Install [2x]

21. Rear Seat Belt Guide Bolt (2) » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

22. 3rd Row Seat Belt Guide Cover (1) » Close

23. Feed the 3rd row seat center belt through the rear seat center belt opening bezel (1).

24. Rear Seat Center Belt Opening Bezel - 3rd Row Seat (1) » Install

25. Connect the rear seat belt mini-latch (1).

26. Body Rear Corner Upper Garnish Molding (1) » Reposition

27. Body Rear Corner Upper Garnish Molding Bolt (1) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

28. Body Side Rear Window Garnish Molding Tether Retaining Clip (2) » Install

29. Body Side Rear Window Garnish Molding Bolt (1) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

Note

Position the body side rear window garnish molding tether in the same position as before the molding removal.

30. Body Side Rear Window Garnish Molding (1) » Install

31. Body Lock Pillar Upper Trim Panel (1) » Reposition

32. Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Bolt (2) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

33. Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Bolt Cap (1) » Install

34. Body Rear Corner Upper Garnish Molding (1) » Reposition

35. Body Rear Corner Upper Garnish Molding Bolt (1) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

36. Body Side Rear Window Garnish Molding Tether Retaining Clip (2) » Install

37. Body Side Rear Window Garnish Molding Bolt (1) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

Note

Position the body side rear window garnish molding tether in the same position as before the molding removal.

38. Body Side Rear Window Garnish Molding (1) » Install

39. Body Lock Pillar Upper Trim Panel (1) » Reposition

40. Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Bolt (2) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

41. Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Bolt Cap (1) » Install

42. Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel (3) » Install [2x]

43. Center Pillar Upper Garnish Molding Bolt (2)» Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

44. Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Bolt Cap (1) » Install [2x]

45. Align the retaining clips (2) with the upper and lower trim panels on both sides of the vehicle.

46. Center Pillar Center Trim Panel (1) » Install [2x]

47. Coat Hook (2) » Install [4x]

48. Coat Hook Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [4x] — Fastener Specifications

49. Apply pressure upward on the cargo center courtesy lamp (1) to engage the retaining tabs.

50. Apply pressure upward on the rear seat position center reading and courtesy lamp (1) to engage the retaining tabs.

51. Install the windshield multifunction sensor mount bracket cover (1) ensuring the retaining tabs are fully seated.

52. Windshield Multifunction Sensor Mount Bracket Cover Insert (1) » Install

53. Apply pressure upward on the windshield multifunction sensor mount bracket cover insert (1)  to engage the retaining tabs.

54. Sunshade Support Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

55. Close the sunshade support bolt access covers.

56. Connect the electrical connectors.

57. Roof Console (3) » Install

58. Roof Console Bolt (2) » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

59. Roof Console Opening Trim Plate (1) » Install

60. Sunshade Bolt (2) » Install and tighten [3x] — Fastener Specifications

61. Sunshade Retainer Bolt Cover (1) » Install

62. Sunshade Bolt (2) » Install and tighten [3x] — Fastener Specifications

63. Sunshade Retainer Bolt Cover (1) » Install

64. Roof Rail Assist Handle (2) » Install [2x]

65. Roof Rail Assist Handle Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [4x] — Fastener Specifications

66. Windshield Garnish Molding - Right Side (3) » Install

67. Windshield Pillar Assist Handle Bolt (2) » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

68. Windshield Pillar Assist Handle Cover (1) » Install [2x]

69. Reposition the weatherstrip as necessary.

70. Windshield Garnish Molding Bolt (2) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

71. Align the retainer clips with the slots in the A pillar and press the windshield garnish molding  (1) into place.

72. Windshield Garnish Molding - Left Side (1) » Install

73. Reposition the weatherstrip as necessary.

74. Roof Stationary Window (2) » Install

75. Roof Stationary Window (2) @ Sunroof Window Seal » Connect

76. If a NEW threaded component is being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded component is reused, prepare the threaded component using the following steps: 76.1. Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the component using a lint free cloth. 76.2. Thread the cleaned component into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive. 76.3. Remove loose debris from internal and external threads using compressed air. 76.4. Apply liquid thread locking adhesive in a strip along half of the length of the external threads, starting at the tip, just prior to installation. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers

77. Sunroof Window Bolt (1) » Install and hand tighten [6x]

78. Sunroof Window (2) » Install

79. If a NEW threaded component is being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded component is reused, prepare the threaded component using the following steps: 79.1. Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the component using a lint free cloth. 79.2. Thread the cleaned component into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive. 79.3. Remove loose debris from internal and external threads using compressed air. 79.4. Apply liquid thread locking adhesive in a strip along half of the length of the external threads, starting at the tip, just prior to installation. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers

80. Sunroof Window Bolt (1) » Install and hand tighten [6x]

81. Ensure the proper sunroof window height and opening fit. Sunroof Window Height and Opening Fit Adjustment

82. Perform the necessary initialization procedure. Sunroof/Sunshade Motor Initialization

83. Enable the SIR System. SIR Disabling and Enabling